Aristotle and Greek Tragedy Concepts

What kind of story is a Greek tragedy?

• A funny story with a happy ending

• A sad story about important people

• A story about animals that talk

• A story that teaches you how to cook

Who was Aristotle's teacher?

• Alexander the Great

• Sophocles

• Plato

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What was the name of the book Aristotle wrote about plays?

• The Great Book

• The Poetics

• The Tragedies

• The Comedy Guide

What did Aristotle think was the most important part of a tragedy?

• The songs

• The costumes

• The plot

• The funny parts

What does it mean when a character has "hamartia"?

• They are very good at archery.

• They try to do good but make a mistake.

• They are a bad person who does bad things.

• They always get what they want.

What are three important parts of a sad story, according to Aristotle?

• A happy ending, a new friend, and a big party.

• A sudden change, a character realizing something, and sadness.

• A long journey, a hidden treasure, and a brave hero.

• A funny joke, a silly dance, and a loud song.

What happened to Agamemnon when he came home from the war?

• He was welcomed with a big celebration.

• His wife and her lover killed him.

• He became king of a new land.

• He went on another adventure.

What did Orestes and Electra do to their mother, Clytemnestra?

• They gave her a special gift.

• They helped her become queen.

• They plotted and killed her.

• They went on a trip with her.