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Medieval Ballads

Medieval Ballads. Historical Context. Originated with the troubadours (French oral poets) These French writers challenged one another to write the greatest stories The style influenced poetry writing in other areas of Europe as well

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Medieval Ballads

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  1. Medieval Ballads

  2. Historical Context Originated with the troubadours (French oral poets) These French writers challenged one another to write the greatest stories The style influenced poetry writing in other areas of Europe as well After the Battle of Hastings, ballads became popular in Britain in particular. Ballads were often written as songs, much like Beowulf

  3. Ballad Traits Alternating rhymes Tragic or sensational subject material Strong narrative quality (tells a story) Often includes a dialogue between characters Repetition of certain lines/events or a refrain A twist (shift in tone or a surprise ending)

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