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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Aristotle asserts that men who find poetry very attractive find great pleasure in what?
(a) Sleeping.
(b) Eating.
(c) Cleaning.
(d) Learning.

2. Based on Aristotle's "Poetics", great tragedy poets always choose characters that belong to what?
(a) Universities.
(b) Wealthy and prominent families.
(c) Various churches.
(d) Small social groups.

3. If the characters conquer the problem, how does Aristotle say the tragedy ends?
(a) Sadly.
(b) Without pity.
(c) Happily.
(d) It ends too soon.

4. 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.

5. What does Aristotle consider to be secondary to the most essential element of tragedy?
(a) Development of character.
(b) Development of imitation.
(c) Development of irony.
(d) Development of rhyme.

Short Answer Questions

1. Aristotle says that simply doing what well leaves a mediocre piece of art?

2. Aristotle defines poetic work as what?

3. As Aristotle states, what ways are epic poems different from other poems, specifically tragedies?

4. What type of tragedy does Aristotle say does NOT require impressive visual effects when performed on stage to impress their spectators?

5. In order for a plot to be truly effective in achieving the desired emotional response from its readers or audience, Aristotle says that the poet must do what?

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