* Definition: A long narrative poem that tells the story of a hero's journey and his/her heroic deeds.
* Example: The Odyssey by Homer
Ballad
* Definition: A short narrative poem that tells a story in a traditional style, often using simple language and repetition.
* Example: "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Sonnet
* Definition: A 14-line poem that follows a specific rhyme scheme and structure. Sonnets often tell a story or express a personal reflection.
* Example: "Sonnet 18" by William Shakespeare