Tragedy
What were most Greek tragedies based on?
Greek mythology and religious stories.
In what city did Greek tragedy develop?
Athens.
Which playwright introduced a third actor into Greek drama?
Sophocles.
What did the Greek chorus do during plays?
It sang, danced, and commented on the story and characters.
What themes did Greek tragedies encourage audiences to think about?
Justice, morality, fate, family, suffering, and life and death.
Which Greek god was associated with the festivals that helped Greek tragedy develop?
Dionysus, the god associated with theatre and wine.
Which of these four was best known for comedies rather than tragedies: Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, or Aristophanes?
Aristophanes.
How did the chorus help the audience understand the tragedy?
It expressed reactions and emotions and provided context about the events.