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What is the primary characteristic of a tragedy in Greek drama?
What is the primary characteristic of a tragedy in Greek drama?
- It typically ends in the death of the main character (correct)
- It is a play that is open to women only
- It has a humorous and entertaining tone
- It is a comedic performance that mocks men in power
What was the primary purpose of the early Greek dramas?
What was the primary purpose of the early Greek dramas?
- To showcase the skills of Greek actors
- To honor the Greek god Dionysus (correct)
- To educate the public about Greek mythology
- To entertain the masses with humor
What was the typical seating capacity of the largest Greek amphitheaters?
What was the typical seating capacity of the largest Greek amphitheaters?
- 1,000 people
- 5,000 people
- 10,000 people
- 14,000 people (correct)
What is a common theme in Greek comedies?
What is a common theme in Greek comedies?
When did drama originate in Ancient Greece?
When did drama originate in Ancient Greece?
What is the main difference between tragedy and comedy in Greek drama?
What is the main difference between tragedy and comedy in Greek drama?
What was the source of inspiration for the plots of Greek tragedies?
What was the source of inspiration for the plots of Greek tragedies?
What was the characteristic of the Greek amphitheaters?
What was the characteristic of the Greek amphitheaters?
What was the purpose of Greek comedies as they evolved over time?
What was the purpose of Greek comedies as they evolved over time?
What was the primary tone of Greek comedies?
What was the primary tone of Greek comedies?