Vocab #1 Antigone

What is the definition of "catastrophe"?

• A minor inconvenience

• A disastrous conclusion usually involving multiple deaths

• A happy ending

• A surprising twist

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What part of speech is the word "catastrophe"?

• Noun

• Verb

• Adjective

• Adverb

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What is the definition of a "chorus" in the context of theater?

• A group of dancers who perform on stage.

• A masked group of actors who intermittently appear on stage to comment on the plot—usually through song.

• A solo performer who narrates the story.

• A group of musicians who play background music.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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What part of speech is the word "chorus"?

• Verb

• Adjective

• Noun

• Adverb

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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According to Aristotle, what is the purpose of a tragedy?

• To entertain the audience with humor

• To arouse pity and fear in the audience

• To provide factual information

• To depict historical events accurately

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

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What is the definition of "catharsis"?

• The process of learning new skills

• Purging of emotions of pity and fear that leaves the viewer both relieved and elated

• The act of creating art

• The state of being confused

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What part of speech is the word "catharsis"?

• Verb

• Adjective

• Noun

• Adverb

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What is the first meaning of the word "fate"?

• Random chance

• Preordained destiny

• Free will

• Unpredictable events

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What part of speech is the word "fate"?

• Verb

• Adjective

• Noun

• Adverb

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What is the definition of a "tragic flaw"?

• A minor character weakness that can be easily corrected.

• A fundamental character weakness, such as excessive pride, ambition, or jealousy.

• A positive trait that leads to a character's success.

• A temporary setback in a character's life.