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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Based on Aristotle's teachings, in what way does a poet use words?
(a) Metaphorically.
(b) In a rhyme.
(c) Mysteriously.
(d) Strangely.

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

3. Why does Aristotle consider the following error less serious than other types of errors: a poet represents a horse as being larger than any horse actually would be?
(a) Poets should not write about horses.
(b) Because it is only incidental to the real purpose of the poem.
(c) A larger horse is a metaphor.
(d) A larger horse is simply an analogy.

4. What is one reason Aristotle considers this certain form of art to be more refined?
(a) It can achieve the same effect in fewer words.
(b) He considers all forms of art equal.
(c) It is never performed on stage.
(d) It can achieve the same effect with virtually no metaphors.

5. How does Aristotle define "poetic charm"?
(a) Effective use of metaphors.
(b) Rhyme.
(c) The pleasantness of a poet's words.
(d) Another term for great rhythm.

Short Answer Questions

1. Aristotle says that it's important for any poet to master what in a tragedy?

2. According to Aristotle, why do the greatest tragedy poets always choose characters that belong to such groups?

3. What, as Aristotle states, are good poets forced to do when they write stories with episodic plots?

4. In how many ways does Aristotle say the method of imitation can differ?

5. Concerning the "laws of probability and necessity," what statement below is NOT correct according to Aristotle's teachings in "Poetics"?

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