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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section III.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Based on "Poetics", how will the effect of a sad plot of a tragic story be magnified?
(a) If the antagonist turns over a new leaf.
(b) If the misfortune is greater.
(c) If the main character realizes his weaknesses.
(d) If the main character dies.

2. What other name does Aristotle give to the conclusion of a tragedy?
(a) The turning point.
(b) The unraveling.
(c) The big tragic event.
(d) The climax.

3. Aristotle explains that the complication in plot leads to what?
(a) The sequel to the story.
(b) A tragic action.
(c) The death of the main character.
(d) The unraveling.

4. What does Aristotle say about Homer's "Iliad"?
(a) It reminds him of a bad story.
(b) It lacks pity.
(c) It should be more tragic.
(d) It would not work in the format of a tragedy.

5. Upon what does Aristotle think the plot of a poem should always be based?
(a) It does not matter as long as it is well done.
(b) Several small episodes.
(c) A single, complete action.
(d) Two or more complete actions.

Short Answer Questions

1. Based on Aristotle's "Poetics", great tragedy poets always choose characters that belong to what?

2. Based on Aristotle's "Poetics", what does tragedy effectively achieve?

3. Why does Aristotle say that Homer's "Iliad" is not a tragedy?

4. What type of action does Aristotle say occurs without "Recognition" or "Reversal of Situation"?

5. What type of art is considered less refined?

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