1. Men are drawn to write poetry for several reasons. Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons Aristotle provides?
(a) Man enjoys learning.
(b) There is a natural attraction to rhythm and harmony.
(c) Man is naturally attracted to imitation.
(d) Man is naturally attracted to beauty.

2. Based on Aristotle's teachings, why do some tragedies use certain effects when performed on stage?
(a) To impress their spectators.
(b) To express language visually.
(c) To justify higher ticket prices.
(d) Because they are "silent" tragedies.

3. What is the purpose of the conclusion according to Aristotle?
(a) It gives the reader a sense of suspense.
(b) It ties the beginning and the end together.
(c) It leads to the middle of the story.
(d) It shows how the problem is eventually solved or not solved.

4. What reason does Aristotle give for Homer excluding many things that Odysseus does on his voyage home in the "Odyssey"?
(a) Aristotle says that Homer excludes things because they do not relate well to the overall plot that is being constructed.
(b) Nothing is excluded.
(c) Aristotle explains that Homer prefers to keep the reader guessing.
(d) Aristotle says that Odysseus does some embarrassing things that are better left unsaid.

5. Concerning what Aristotle says about the conclusion of a tragedy, which of the following statements is FALSE?
(a) The characters always resolve the issues and harmony is restored.
(b) The characters can conquer the problem.
(c) The story can end happily.
(d) The problem can conquer the characters and the story ends unhappily.