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Why were Greek dramas originally performed? What was this God in charge of? - correct answer-Greek dramas were originally performed honoring Dionysus, the god of wine, fertility, and rebirth. Briefly define "Tragedy". What does the word tragedy come from? - correct answer-Tragedy- a serious drama featuring a none, dignified protagonist who strives to achieve something but is ultimately defeated.; it is derived from the Greek "tragodia," meaning goat-song What is the chorus? What was their purpose? Why were they a necessity in Greek theater? - correct answer-The chorus commented on the events and participated in them. They were a large group within the cast. They made transitions between scenes giving actors the chance to leave the playing are, and announced the playbill. Give the 3 concepts of Greek Enlightenment - correct answer-harmony is the ruling principle of the universe, independence of thought, and a new way of thinking and looking at the world Give 3 conventions of Greek Tragedy - correct answer-violence and death usually take place offstage, playwrights often use messengers to relay information, Greek tragedies are usually based upon myth or history Who wrote the play? - correct answer-Sophocles From the introduction on page 201, what are 3 of the underlying themes that the play will explore? - correct answer-the quest for identity, the nature of innocence and guilt, and the nature of moral responsibility
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