English Literature CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What form does "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge take?

  1. Epic

  2. Drama

  3. Sonnet

  4. Ballad

The correct answer is: Ballad

"The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" is a famous poem written by Samuel Taylor Coleridge. It is often referred to as a ballad, which is a type of poem that tells a story and typically follows a specific rhyme scheme. Therefore, option D, "Ballad," is the correct answer. Option A, "Epic," is incorrect because while the poem does tell a story, it is not long enough to be considered an epic as it is only a few pages in length. Option B, "Drama," is also incorrect because drama refers to a genre of literature that is typically meant to be performed on stage. The poem is not written in a format that could be performed as a play. Option C, "Sonnet," is also incorrect because a sonnet is a specific type of poem that follows a specific rhyme and syllable scheme. "The R

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