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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. A character attempting to save his friend but accidentally killing him instead is an example Aristotle gives for what?
(a) Reversal of Situation.
(b) Bad luck.
(c) Second degree manslaughter.
(d) Recognition.

2. Into what two types does Aristotle divide actions?
(a) Simple and complex.
(b) Congruent and incongruent.
(c) Happy and sad.
(d) Good and bad.

3. What is history according to Aristotle?
(a) Accounts that may or may not have happened.
(b) Concerned simply with facts.
(c) Lies.
(d) Rumors promoted as truth.

4. What does Aristotle say about the element of surprise in a tragedy?
(a) It helps inspire pity.
(b) It helps inspire joy.
(c) It keeps the reader guessing and interested.
(d) It helps inspire sadness.

5. How does Aristotle differentiate poetry from prose?
(a) Poetry uses language alone.
(b) They are the same.
(c) Poetry uses rhythm in the form of meter.
(d) Prose uses pictures and music.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Aristotle, why do good poets sometimes write stories using episodic plots?

2. In the context of poetry and according to Aristotle's teachings, why is man naturally attracted to imitation?

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

4. What does Aristotle consider to be secondary to the most essential element of tragedy?

5. What type of poetry does Aristotle say focuses on serious and important actions?

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