Question

What are the five basic components of the ancient Epistolary Form?

a) Greeting, thanksgiving, body, conclusion, benediction
b) Introduction, argument, conclusion, salutation, farewell
c) Praise, confession, supplication, exhortation, blessing
d) Prologue, dialogue, climax, resolution, epilogue

Answer 1

The five basic components of the ancient Epistolary Form are greeting, thanksgiving, body, conclusion, benediction.

Step-by-step explanation:

The five basic components of the ancient Epistolary Form are:

Greeting: The opening of the letter where the writer greets the reader.

Thanksgiving: Expressing gratitude or thanks for something in the letter.

Body: The main content or message of the letter.

Conclusion: Wrapping up the letter and summarizing the main points.

Benediction: A closing blessing or well-wishes for the reader.