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Quiz: Origins of Tragedy in Literature

AQA A-Level English Literature B (7717)

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Building on what you've learned about literary genres, let's explore the origins of tragedy in literature!

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Which ancient civilisation is credited with the creation of tragedy as a literary genre?

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Which of the following are key features of tragedy? (Select all that apply)

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The {{blank0}} was a key cultural festival in Ancient Greece where tragedies were performed.

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In the theatre of Dionysus, there were 14,000 seats. If 40% of seats were reserved for citizens, how many seats is that?

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Which playwright is known for writing 'Oedipus Rex', one of the most famous Greek tragedies?

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In tragedy, the term {{blank0}} refers to the audience's experience of pity and fear.

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Which of the following were famous ancient Greek tragedians? (Select all that apply)

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