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B. It summarizes the central idea of the text: that poets should avoid constructing
complicated plot lines when crafting a work of tragedy.
C. It introduces the purpose of the subsequent paragraphs to advise writers on the
components of an ideal tragedy
D. It summarizes central ideas relating to how poets construct plot as described in
earlier parts of the book (not included in this excerpt).
3. RI.2.4
PART A: What does the word "spectacle most closely mean as it is used in paragraph 2?
A Tragic hardship or misfortune
B. Success as the result of deceit or foul play
C. A boring or mundane story
D. A dramatic scene often involving scandal
4. RI.1.1
PART B: Which phrase from the paragraph best supports the answer to Part A?
A "change of fortune
B. "prosperity to adversity"
C. "moves neither pity nor fear"