Literary Focus: The Classical Period Read the introduction from the textbook. Then, answer the "think" questions below.
Answer each question, citing text evidence.

1. How does the purpose of most ancient and dassical literature connect to or
reflect the ideals of those time periods? Explain, citing evidence from the text
to support your response.

2. Explain the characteristics of an epic poem. How were these poems different
from popular forms of poetry that we see today? Can you think of any epic
poems from other periods of literature that are not mentioned in this text? Be
sure to cite evidence from the text in your explanations.

3. Why might it be important that an increasingly global world emphasize reason
and morality over emotions and passion? Explain, citing evidence from the
text that supports your assertions.

4. The word formal comes from the Latin forma, meaning "shape." With this
information in mind, determine the definition of formal as it is used in this
context, along with an explanation of how you arrived at its meaning. Finally,
consult a dictionary to confirm your understanding.

5. Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word restrained. Write
your definition, along with the words or phrases that were most helpful in
arriving at your conclusion. Then consult a dictionary to confirm your
understanding.

Construct a written analysis of approximately 300−500 words about the poem “the cremation of sam mcgee.” your analysis should explain how the figurative language and literary devices contribute either to the meaning or to the narrative structure— plot, setting, characterization, and point of view—of the poem. your analysis should contain a thesis that is discussed throughout the essay. the essay should also contain textual evidence to support the analysis and a concluding paragraph. be sure to use correct punctuation, grammar, and spelling, and write using a formal style with precise vocabulary. use terms from the list provided below to construct your analysis. ballad—a type of narrative poem that tells a story, usually in the form of a folktale or legend stanza—a division of a poem that consists of two or more lines diction—the selection and use of words that influence the style and tone of the poem connotation—the emotional suggestion or implied meaning of a word that goes beyond its dictionary definition denotation—the actual or dictionary definition of a word rhythm—the recurrence of sound patterns created by a series of stressed and unstressed syllables meter—the pattern of beats within a line of poetry created by the rhythmic structure of stressed sounds rhyme scheme—a pattern of rhymes in poetry tone—the attitude of the poet toward the subject or readers, separate from mood or atmosphere mood—the overall or prevailing feeling that is created in a story or poem theme—the central idea of the story that reveals something about human life or behavior as you write your analysis, consider these questions: what is the function of rhyme in the poem? what would the poem be like if it did not rhyme? how do the rhyme and rhythm affect or enhance the meaning of the poem? how does the use of imagery and figurative language affect the poem? how is the subject matter and conflict affected by the structure of the poem? did i conclude my analysis clearly, supporting my analysis?

Proofread this excerpt from a review of the film tangled. what type of errors does it contain? walt disney studios is back with another delightful film sure to entertain children and adults alike, hat’s off to the writer and director of this charming little endeavor. they have effectively managed to breathe new life into an old classic: by giving rapunzel's tale a fresh twist, instead of the meek and rapunzel of the original disney story; this retelling gives us a spunky and assertive heroine ready to take command of her own life. a. mixed-up tenses b. incorrect verb usage c. spelling errors d. punctuation errors

Which character shows external character development in the crucible