What is the purpose of the soliloquy?

Speech to reveal the character's inner thoughts

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Characteristics of Shakespearean Tragedy from Romeo and Juliet

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1
In Literature the character who eases up the tension in a scene is called-
Comic Relief
Foil
Antagonist
Tragic Hero
2
What is the purpose of the soliloquy?
To reveal something the audience is unaware
Contrast appearance from reality
A quiet remark for the audience to feel sympathetic
Speech to reveal the character's inner thoughts
3
Why does Shakespeare have Romeo and Juliet speaking in blank verse?
It was pertaining to the literary period
Is an element of poetry
As a sign of distinction
To show their love
4
What is the purpose of the Chorus in the Prologue?
Give insights into characters
Introduce the story line
Explain new terms
Provide humor
5
The introduction of abnormal conditions of the mind is a trait of-
Tragic Hero
Shakespearean Tragedy
Irony
Shakespearean Literature
6
The human being held as a supreme being different from others for the faculty of reason-
Shakespearean Literature
Shakespearean Tragedy
Renaissance
Renaissance Literature
7
Which is a trait that makes Romeo a tragic hero?
Spontaneity
Fickle
Valiant
Maturity
8
What is the play's setting?
Verona in the 14th century
B & C are correct
Mantua in 14th century
Mantua in the 16th century
9
Macbeth is one of Shakespeare's-
Stories
Comedies
Tragedies
Sonnets
10
Exceptional suffering and calamity is a characteristic of-
Definition of Tragedy
Renaissance period
Shakespearean Tragedy
Tragic Hero
11
Whay quality does a tragic hero must possess?
Displays errors in judgment
Is intrigued by mythology
Develops insanity through the course of events
Distinguishes good from evil
12
Which is the theme that compels the tragic hero to fall in love?
Family
Fate
Religion
Forbidden Love
13
Which is the period that marked the revival of cultural achievements in all forms of arts?
Humanism
Renaissance
Hellenistic
Baroque

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