Literary Forms Ode Quiz : 20 MCQs

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Literary Forms Ode Quiz

Literary Forms Ode Quiz : An ode is a lyric poem usually marked by exaltation of feeling and style, varying length of line, and complexity of stanza forms. ( Merriam Webster). Ode was basically used in ancient Greece in public setting for purpose of celebration.

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Types of Ode

There are three types of Ode : Pindaric Ode, Horatian Ode and Irregular Ode.

Sr. No. Types of Ode Structure Examples of Ode
1. Pindaric Ode Three sections – strophe, antistrophe and epode The Bard : A Pindaric Ode by Thomas Gray
2. Horatian Ode Nonce stanzaic structure (quatrains or couplets) Ode to Solitude by Alexander Pope
3. Irregular Ode No set structure (varied, typically quatrains or octaves) Ode on a Gracian Urn by John Keats

Ode MCQ for Literature Exam Prep

We have specially created the quiz for the aspirants who are preparing for literature exams like RPSC School Lecturer English, RPSC 2nd Grade English or any other exam. These questions will cover the topic ODE.

Literary Forms Ode Quiz

Here is a  quiz on Ode MCQ English Literature that will equally be useful for RPSC 1st and 2nd Grade Aspirants.

Welcome to  Ode Quiz

1. What is an ode?

2. Which ancient poet is credited with pioneering the Pindaric ode?

3. What was the primary purpose of the Pindaric ode?

4. What type of ode does not follow any specific structure?

5. What are the three distinct units of a Pindaric ode?

6. In a Pindaric ode, what is the purpose of the strophe?

7. How does the antistrophe relate to the strophe in a Pindaric ode?

8. Where was the epode traditionally performed in a Greek chorus?

9. Which of the following best describes the tone of most Pindaric odes?

10. Who was the Roman poet after whom the Horatian ode is named?

11. Which structure is commonly used in Horatian odes?

12. What is the typical tone of Horatian odes?

13. What is another name for the irregular ode?

14. Which poet is associated with the development of the irregular ode?

15. What feature defines irregular odes?

16. Who wrote "Ode: Intimations of Immortality"?

17. Which of the following Romantic poets is known for exploring philosophical ideas in their odes?

18. In a Pindaric ode, what role does the chorus traditionally play?

19. How did Romantic poets adapt the ode form?

20. What is a common theme across all forms of odes?

Source of the Quiz : Studysmarter.co.uk


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