A long story narrating a series of complicated events is called a

Step 1: Analyze the question The question asks for the term that describes a long story narrating a series of complicated events. Look at the key words: "long," "story," and "series of events."

Step 2: Explain each option

• A. Harangue (the spelling in the question is "harrangue"): a long, loud, forceful speech, usually a scolding or criticism. It is a speech, not a story.
• B. Discourse: a formal, lengthy discussion or talk on a subject. It is not a narrative of events.
• C. Monologue: a long speech by one person, as in a play or a conversation. It is not necessarily a story.
• D. Saga: a long narrative of heroic deeds, family histories, or complicated events unfolding over time. The word comes from Old Norse tales (the Icelandic sagas). Today it is used for any long, involved story with many events.

Step 3: Match to the definition Only a saga is defined as a long story with a series of complicated events. The other three options refer to ways of speaking, not to storytelling.

Step 4: Conclusion The correct answer is D. saga.

Exam tip: In Literature in English, link each term to its core idea:

• Harangue = angry speech
• Discourse = formal discussion
• Monologue = one person speaking
• Saga = long, eventful story

If a question says "long story with many events," think saga.