AP English Literatur

The correct answer is: B.Are narrative poems that emphasize legendary tales of heroic figures.

Explanation:

Epic poems are narrative poems that often emphasize legendary tales of heroes, gods, or significant events, typically involving themes of adventure, conflict, and moral lessons. They often focus on legendary figures and their journeys or deeds, embodying cultural values and traditions.

The other options:

A.Are descriptive of events of epical proportions that happen nowadays: While epic poems describe events of great importance, they typically focus on historical or mythical events rather than contemporary occurrences.