Question

Which statement most accurately compares epic poetry and lyric poetry?

O A. Epic poetry tells the stories of a community or nation, whereas
lyric poetry is more personal.
B. Epic poetry addresses the reader directly, whereas lyric poetry
addresses a muse
C. Epic poetry follows strict rules of meter, rhyme, and spelling,
whereas lyric poetry is free form.
D. Epic poetry is usually abstract, whereas lyric poetry usually tells a
story

Answer 1

Answer: A)

Step-by-step explanation:

• The correct answer is A) because epic poetry is usually bonded to some community or nation. Epic poetry is always following a tradition and it is often without the author while lyric poetry is more personal where the author can express his feelings and ideas.

B) Is not a correct answer because it is optional who will be addressed in them.

C) is not correct because there is some lyric poetry that is also following those strict rules.

D) Actually, epic poetry is usually telling a story while lyric poetry is abstract.