The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B.

Question

Part A

Which best describes the epic structure used in lines 1–10 of Selection 1?
A. invocation to the Muse
B. foreshadowing
C. in medias res
D. flashback
Part B

What is the author’s purpose for using this structure?
A. to introduce the hero and recount part of his past
B. to inform the reader about the ultimate fate of the hero
C. to introduce all the characters and provide their backgrounds
D. to begin the epic with thrilling action that grabs the reader’s attention

Answer 1

Part A

The best description of the epic structure used in lines 1–10 of Selection 1 is:
C. in medias res

Part B

The author’s purpose for using this structure is:
D. to begin the epic with thrilling action that grabs the reader’s attention