The Birth of Greek Tragedy and Comedy

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What are the two fundamental genres of literature and drama discussed?

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Tragedy and comedy.

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What emotions do tragedies aim to elicit?

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Sadness, pain, or empathy.

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What emotions do comedies aim to elicit?

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Laughter and joy.

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Where did tragedies and comedies arise?

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Ancient Greece.

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What did the Ostracon allow people to do in Ancient Greece?

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Voice their opinions on elected officials, encouraging freedom of speech and expression.

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Which three main city-states contributed to Greece's golden age of theater?

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Troy, Athens, and Sparta.

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What was Troy known for during Greece's golden age of theater?

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Music, fashion, and cuisine.

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What was Sparta known for during Greece's golden age of theater?

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Being a war-torn state.

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Why was Athens the center of tragedy and comedy?

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Because of its dedication to Apollo and Dionysus, the inspirations for both genres.