Greek Tragedy Quiz

Who was the god of fertility, pleasure, fertility, and wine?

• Zeus

• Dionysus

• Hercules

• Apollo

What was the purpose of the Cult of Dionysus?

• To establish social norms

• To remove inhibitions and social constraints

• To promote hierarchy and order

• To worship the gods of Olympus

What is the meaning of ecstasis in Greek Tragedy?

• A moment of insight

• A process of healing

• A hymn sung in honor of Dionysus

• A turning point in the plot

What is the purpose of masks in Greek Theater?

• To indicate gender, social status, and age of a character

• To augment characteristics of roles acted on stage

• To express emotions and define roles

• To represent symbolism

What is the primary attribute of a Greek Theater?

• Indoor setting

• Raised stage

• Lower seating

• Enclosed orchestra

What is the role of the chorus in Greek Tragedy?

• To perform dithyrambs

• To provide comic relief

• To comment upon the episode to the audience

• To play multiple roles or genders

What is the turning point in a drama called?

• Peripeteia

• Anagnorisis

• Prologue

• Parodos

What is the recognition by the tragic hero of some truth about his or her identity or actions called?

• Peripeteia

• Anagnorisis

• Episode

• Exodus

Who is considered the first actor in Greek drama?

• Zeus

• Dionysus

• Hercules

• Thespis

What is the tragic flaw often associated with the tragic hero?

• Excessive pride

• Lack of intelligence

• Lack of courage

• Lack of empathy