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jadenk1125:

Which two pairs of lines in this excerpt from Homer's Iliad contain epithets about Achilles?

dude:

Choices?

jadenk1125:

1)To Helen's bed the gods alone assign Hermione, to extend the regal line; . . . 2)A golden distaff gave to Helen's hand; And that rich vase, with living sculpture wrought, . . . 3)He ceased; a gush of grief began to rise: Fast streams a tide from beauteous Helen's eyes; . . . 4)At Helen's beck prepare the room of state; Beneath an ample portico they spread . . . 5)In this suspense bright Helen graced the room; Before her breathed a gale of rich perfume.

dude:

If you ever come back, you might want to understand what the question is trying to ask. Epithet: an adjective or descriptive phrase expressing a quality characteristic of the person or thing mentioned

jadenk1125:

yea my teacher closed the tab. but i got the answer, thanks

dude:

Okay, sure np

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