Greek Theatre Terms Flashcards
1
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Catharsis
A
Quality in a tragedy/comedy that provides emotional relief
2
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Antagonist
A
To foil the hero of a piece
3
Q
Chorus
A
A group of men that sing and dance together
4
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Dues ex machina
A
God from a machine near the end of the play
5
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epiphany
A
When a character come to a realazation
6
Q
episode
A
actors perform betweej choral odes
7
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exodos
A
Conclusion of the play
8
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golden mean
A
Not taking excuss’ ; Leads to the downfall of protagonist or antagonist
9
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hamartia
A
Tragic and fatal flaw of a character
10
Q
hubris/hybris
A
Excessive pride or arrogance
11
Q
hypocrite
A
An insincere character
12
Q
tragedy
A
Misfortune surrounding a character
13
Q
comedy
A
drama or other art form that aims to amuse
14
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satyr
A
An ancient Greek play of tragicomedy
15
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Monologue
A
One character speaking alone
