9.2.1 Narratives And Ballads

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    What is a ballad?

    • Poems that tell a story, usually in short rhyming verses with frequent repetitions of words or lines
    • Poems that are lengthy and boring
    • A short story that consist of some sort of conflict
    • A novel that contains chapter
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Explore the world of wandering minstrels and their art in '9.2. 1 Narratives and Ballads'. Learn about bards, ballads as a narrative form, the structure and purpose of narrative poems, and the unique characteristics of ballads. This quiz assesses understanding of historical and cultural storytelling through poetry.

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  • 2. 

    What form did the wandering minstrels give their news in?

    • A blog

    • Ballads

    • News cast

    • Rap

    Correct Answer
    A. Ballads
    Explanation
    The wandering minstrels gave their news in the form of ballads. Ballads are narrative songs that were traditionally used to tell stories, including news and historical events. They were often performed by minstrels who traveled from place to place, entertaining audiences with their songs. Ballads were a popular way of spreading news in a time when written news sources were limited, making them an effective means of communication for the wandering minstrels.

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  • 3. 

    What is the name of a four line stanza?

    • Cubicle

    • Quatrain

    • Quarter

    • Corner

    Correct Answer
    A. Quatrain
    Explanation
    A quatrain is a four line stanza in poetry. It is a specific form of stanza that consists of four lines, usually with a specific rhyme scheme. Quatrains are commonly used in various types of poetry, including sonnets and ballads. The other options, cubicle, quarter, and corner, do not refer to a four line stanza and are not relevant to the question.

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  • 4. 

    What is a narrative poem?

    • A sort of free verse

    • A poem that tells a story and has a beginning, middle, end, and some kind of conflict

    • A poem that makes no sense at all

    • A free verse that is free of rhythm or rhyme

    Correct Answer
    A. A poem that tells a story and has a beginning, middle, end, and some kind of conflict
    Explanation
    A narrative poem is a type of poem that tells a story and follows a specific structure with a beginning, middle, and end. It often includes some kind of conflict or tension that drives the narrative forward. Unlike other types of poems, a narrative poem aims to convey a story and engage the reader through its plot and characters.

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    How are ballads meant to be heard?

    • In a nursery rhyme

    • In silent reading

    • Oral performance

    • On the the television set

    Correct Answer
    A. Oral performance
    Explanation
    Ballads are meant to be heard through oral performance. Unlike nursery rhymes which are often recited or sung, ballads are traditionally performed by a storyteller or singer. They are meant to be heard and experienced through the spoken word, allowing the audience to fully immerse themselves in the narrative and emotions conveyed by the ballad. Silent reading or watching on television would not capture the essence and intended impact of a ballad, which relies heavily on the oral tradition and the power of storytelling.

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    What is one of the characteristics of the ballad stanza?

    • An avav or abeb rhyme scheme

    • An acbc rhymse scheme

    • An cbcb and abad rhyme scheme

    • An abab or abcb rhyme scheme

    Correct Answer
    A. An abab or abcb rhyme scheme
    Explanation
    The ballad stanza is known for its specific rhyme scheme, which is either abab or abcb. This means that the first and third lines of each stanza rhyme with each other, while the second and fourth lines have a different rhyme. This rhyme scheme helps create a musical and rhythmic quality in ballads, which are narrative poems or songs that often tell a story.

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    What is term for a line of four pair syllables?

    • Bimeter

    • Meter

    • Trimeter

    • Tetrameter

    Correct Answer
    A. Tetrameter
    Explanation
    Tetrameter is the correct answer because it refers to a line of four pairs of syllables. The prefix "tetra-" means four, and "meter" refers to a unit of rhythm or measurement in poetry. Therefore, tetrameter indicates that there are four pairs of syllables in the line.

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  • 8. 

    What were the wandering minstrels called?

    • Beards

    • Singers

    • Bards

    • Poets

    Correct Answer
    A. Bards
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "bards". Wandering minstrels were commonly referred to as bards. Bards were known for their musical and storytelling abilities, traveling from place to place to entertain and share their art with others. They played various instruments and sang songs, often accompanied by their own poetry. Bards were an important part of medieval culture, preserving and spreading stories, legends, and historical events through their performances.

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    What is a the terms for a a line that is six syllables in length?

    • Meter

    • Tetrameter

    • Octometer

    • Trimeter

    Correct Answer
    A. Trimeter
    Explanation
    The term "trimeter" refers to a line of poetry that consists of three metrical feet, with each foot containing two syllables. Therefore, a trimeter line would have a total of six syllables.

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  • 10. 

    Which of the following characteristics distinguishes a ballad from other narrative forms?

    • Length: Ballads are typically shorter in length compared to other narrative forms.

    •  Rhyme scheme: Ballads often follow a specific rhyme scheme, such as ABAB or ABCB.

    • Authorship: Ballads are usually anonymously authored and passed down orally through generations.

    • Complexity: Ballads tend to have simpler plot structures and fewer characters than other narrative forms

    Correct Answer
    A. Authorship: Ballads are usually anonymously authored and passed down orally through generations.
    Explanation
    Ballads stand out from other narrative forms primarily due to their anonymous authorship and oral transmission across generations. Unlike many narratives with known authors, ballads often lack specific author attribution, emphasizing communal storytelling traditions and their role in preserving cultural heritage through collective memory and performance.

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