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Odyssay Vocab
Odyssay Vocab For English 9
Question | Answer |
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epithet | A brief descriptive phrase that points out traits of a particular person or thing (nickname) |
chorus | spoken by a single person who serves as a narrator; foreshadows and summarizes events |
muse | Goddess of poetry; called upon for inspiration (Homer calls upon the muse for inspiration to tell the story of Odysseus) |
in medias res | The middle of; starts in the middle of the action |
irony | Contrast between appearance and reality |
dramatic irony, the reader knows something the character does not | |
verbal irony (sarcasm), knowingly exaggerates; a character says one thing but means something else | |
situational irony, contrast between what a character expects and what actually happens | |
archetype, (make sure you know characteristics)-Typical example of a certain person or thing; recurring theme, character, symbol or situation | |
hyperbole, exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally. | |
indifferent, having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned | |
disdain, the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect | |
formidable, inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable | |
guile, sly or cunning intelligence | |
entreat, treat (someone) in a specified manner | |
whim, a sudden desire or change of mind, esp. one that is unusual or unexplained | |
appalled, greatly dismay or horrify | |
ponderous, slow and clumsy because of great weight | |
epic (make sure you know characteristics of an epic), a long narrative poem |