Oedipus The King - Vocabulary

What are stasima in Greek drama?

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  Solo performances by the protagonist

• Choral odes sung between episodes

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  Opening monologues

• Closing remarks by the narrator

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What role does the chorus play in Greek theater?

• Acts as the main antagonist

• Comments on the action and interacts with characters

• Sings and dances between acts

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  Delivers all the dialogue

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What is an ode in the context of Greek drama?

• A brief humorous interlude

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  The final act of a play

• A lyrical poem or song reflecting on themes

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  An improvised scene

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What is peripeteia?

• A predictable outcome
• A heroic victory

• A sudden reversal of fortune or change in circumstances
• A gradual change in circumstances

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What does anagnorisis refer to in literature?

• Moment of critical discovery or realization

• A character's exit

• A form of ancient Greek drama
• A type of poetic meter

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What is hamartia?

• A type of Greek dance
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  A happy ending

• A musical instrument
• A tragic flaw or error in judgment that leads to a character's downfall in a tragedy.

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What does catharsis refer to?

• An unexpected twist

• Emotional release felt by the audience

• The process of learning a new language
• The feeling of extreme happiness

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What is hubris?

• Moderation in behavior
• Lack of confidence
• Extreme fear
• Excessive pride or self-confidence

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Who is a seer?

• A seer is a person who can communicate with animals.
• A seer is a person who can predict the future accurately.
• A seer is a person who can control the weather.
• A seer is a person who can see or predict the future

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What is a prophecy?

• A prophecy is a prediction or statement about a future event that is believed to be true.
• A historical recount

• A prophecy is a type of dance.
• A type of weapon

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