Dramatic Techniques (VCE SSCE English): Quizzes
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What is catharsis in Greek tragedy?
What is catharsis in Greek tragedy?
Emotional purification via pity & terror
How does dramatic irony work in Oedipus the King?
How does dramatic irony work in Oedipus the King?
Audience knows Oedipus's crimes; he doesn't
What paradox does Tiresias represent regarding sight?
What paradox does Tiresias represent regarding sight?
Physically blind yet sees truth clearly
What is hubris in the context of Oedipus's character?
What is hubris in the context of Oedipus's character?
Excessive pride that drives his downfall
How many members comprise the Chorus in Oedipus the King?
How many members comprise the Chorus in Oedipus the King?
Fifteen Theban elders
What is stichomythia?
What is stichomythia?
Rapid-fire alternating single-line dialogue
What does the name 'Oedipus' literally mean?
What does the name 'Oedipus' literally mean?
Swollen foot
What does unity of time mean in the play's structure?
What does unity of time mean in the play's structure?
All action occurs within a single day
What is anagnorisis?
What is anagnorisis?
The moment of recognition/discovery
What is the ekkyklema?
What is the ekkyklema?
A wheeled platform revealing offstage scenes