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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Aristotle, what happens in a legitimate tragedy?
(a) The antagonist dies.
(b) Everyone wins at the end.
(c) Not everyone winds up happy.
(d) The main character dies.

2. In a good tragedy, Aristotle explains that the misfortune the main character experiences is usually caused by what?
(a) The character's arrogance.
(b) The character's weakness.
(c) Stupidity.
(d) Misguided love.

3. Into how many parts does Aristotle divide the plot of a tragedy?
(a) Aristotle does not divide the plot of a tragedy, but rather sees it as a whole.
(b) Four.
(c) Three.
(d) Two.

4. Based on Aristotle's teachings about tragedy, how can the poet unify the plot?
(a) Develop characters who behave in a believable manner.
(b) Use complete sentences.
(c) Use more verbs.
(d) Establishing clear relationships between actions the rest of the plot.

5. In how many ways does Aristotle say the method of imitation can differ?
(a) Four.
(b) Ten.
(c) Two.
(d) Countless.

Short Answer Questions

1. Per Aristotle, the unity of plot is what to the unity of a character's actions?

2. When the poet takes the appropriate steps in developing plot, Aristotle explains that the poet is much more likely to do what?

3. What does Aristotle identify as the foundation of good poetry writing?

4. Men are drawn to write poetry for several reasons. Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons Aristotle provides?

5. In a tragedy, which of the following would Aristotle consider to be false?

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