Greek Art and Literature 1

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This clearly states Pindar's belief that human excellence comes:

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To men descended from illustrious ancestors.

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Simonides and his nephew Bacchylides were known for a particular type of lyric poetry called "epinicean odes", of which Pindar was the most famous author. "Epinician odes" were written to honor:

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An athletic victory

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With this innovation Aeschylus made real conflict in Greek tragedy possible, moving tragedy beyond tableau into the realm of drama. What was this innovation?

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The introduction of a 2nd actor to his production.