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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Aristotle warns that a tragedy poet should be careful with what?
(a) The poet should be careful not to write a happy ending.
(b) Picking the content for the poem.
(c) Choosing ironic events.
(d) Writing the middle, as it is the most important part of a tragedy.

2. Aristotle says that an action that is failed to be performed in a tragedy by the person who is aware of the circumstances is what?
(a) The least effective poetically.
(b) Good judgment.
(c) Reversal of Situation.
(d) Reconsideration.

3. What two things does Aristotle require to be present in a well-written story?
(a) Conflict and pain.
(b) Birth and death.
(c) Rhythm and harmony.
(d) Irony and foreshadowing.

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

5. When an evil character of a tragic story is suddenly thrust into misfortune, it has been said that this satisfies the moral sense of the audience, but Aristotle asserts that the misfortune does not inspire what?
(a) Joy.
(b) Fear.
(c) Anger.
(d) Pity.

Short Answer Questions

1. If the characters conquer the problem, how does Aristotle say the tragedy ends?

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

3. What example does Aristotle use to demonstrate his point of epic vs. tragedy formats?

4. What is the purpose of the conclusion according to Aristotle?

5. If the story is performed, why, according to Aristotle, should actors act with appropriate gestures to demonstrate their emotions and thoughts as the story progresses?

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