Sentimental Comedies in the 18th Century

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What was the main goal of sentimental comedies in the 18th century?

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To teach people how to be good and make right choices

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Key feature of sentimental comedy?

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Good characters always win in the end

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Who wrote "The Conscious Lovers"?

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Richard Steele

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What is a common ending for many sentimental comedies?

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A happy marriage

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What was the main purpose of bourgeois tragedies?

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To teach important life lessons

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Who wrote "The London Merchant"?

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George Lillo

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What was the Licensing Act of 1737?

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A law allowing only two theaters in London to perform plays with speaking parts

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How did acting styles change according to the text?

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Actors performed in a more natural way

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What improvements were made in theater design?

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Lighting improved with lamps and colored effects

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What was a significant change in English theater during the 18th century?

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It started to teach moral lessons and show everyday lives.