Sappho was an ancient Greek poet who contributed to the genre of lyric poetry. In contrast to epic poetry, which was predominant before Sappho's time, Sappho's poetry focused on _________. The Sapphic form of lyric poetry, which is named for Sappho, is notable for _________.

1.

AThe actions of mythical heroes and gods

BAbstract philosophical ideas such as existence

CPersonal topics such as love and loss

DA chronological sequence of historical events

2.

AThe feeling of uncertainty that the varying meter suggests

BThe cyclic feel that the stanza structure produces

CThe abrupt and startling ending of each stanza

DThe sense of monotony that the uniform pentameter creates