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Semester Two Exam Practice Quiz

Authored by Amy Mayo

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10th Grade

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Semester Two Exam Practice Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the consistent format of a Greek tragedy?

Begins with an exodus and ends with a prologue

Starts with a parados and ends with a dramatic irony

Opens with a prologue and concludes with an exodus

Starts with an antistrophe and concludes with a protagonist

Answer explanation

The consistent format of a Greek tragedy opens with a prologue and concludes with an exodus.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which term describes the opening song that leads into the first scene of a Greek tragedy?

Exodus

Parados

Prologue

Antistrophe

Answer explanation

The term 'Parados' describes the opening song that leads into the first scene of a Greek tragedy, setting the tone for the performance.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does the chorus play in a Greek tragedy?

Acts as the main antagonist

Serves as narrator and judge

Performs the dramatic irony

Represents the protagonist

Answer explanation

The chorus in a Greek tragedy serves as a narrator and judge, providing commentary on the events unfolding and offering moral perspectives on the actions of the characters.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a tragic flaw in the context of Greek tragedies?

A hero's journey to victory

A humorous element introduced to lighten the mood

Hubris leading to an error in judgment

The resolution of the conflict

Answer explanation

Hubris leading to an error in judgment is a common tragic flaw in Greek tragedies.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of dramatic irony in Greek tragedies?

To show the hero's physical strength

To create a contradiction between character thoughts and audience knowledge

To introduce new characters into the story

To describe the setting in detail

Answer explanation

To create a contradiction between character thoughts and audience knowledge

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term "Personification" refer to in literature?

Giving human characteristics to non-human subjects

A comparison between two unlike things

A brief summary of a story

A contradiction within a group of words

Answer explanation

Personification in literature refers to giving human characteristics to non-human subjects.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best defines an "Oxymoron"?

A summary of the central idea of a text

Language that evokes strong emotions

A contradiction within a group of words

A comparison between two similar things

Answer explanation

A contradiction within a group of words

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