Drama

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What is the division of plays into 5 parts called?

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Dramatic structure.

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What term describes the intense and purging negative emotions the audience feels during a tragedy?

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Catharsis.

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What is it called when what actually happens is different than what was expected to happen?

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Situational irony.

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During which part of a tragedy does the tragic hero's fate turn from good to bad?

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Climax.

Front

Where did the chorus originate?

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Greek tragedies.

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What is a tragedy?

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A serious play that typically ends in disaster for the main character.

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What is a comedy in drama?

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A light-hearted play that often ends happily.

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What is dramatic irony?

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When the audience knows something that the characters do not.

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What is the purpose of a chorus in Greek theater?

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To comment on the action and provide insight into the themes.

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What is the rising action in a play?

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The series of events that lead to the climax.