An epic is a very long poem and it is a written story. It describes the crazy adventures and action of an epic hero. An epic hero is a courageous man whose goal is to save his city or his people. When he goes on a journey, his combat skills are tested. The Odyssey written by Homer is an example of an epic poem that has traveled around 20 years and is trying to return home. On his journey home, Odysseus faced many challenges that made his fight difficult, but he always finds a way to get through them. Odysseus possesses many traits as an epic hero. Three traits are tested as a hero, quick thinking and confident. Odysseus was tested in many ways, he was tested when Penelope approached to test him to draw the bow. This is the hunting bow of Lord [Penelope] Ulysses. Fold it and put it on if you can (Homer 881). These quotes explain that he was tested because she wanted her to get tired of guys continuing to ask her to marry him. She didn't know it was Ulysses who was trying to perform this test, she thought he was a homeless person. When Odysseus tried the test, he passed. Anot...