Question

which of the following are dramatic elements that aristotle believed were essential to all plays? select the two correct answers. (1 point)
□ monologue
□ plot
□ audience
□ tension
□ soliloquy

Explanation:

Aristotle identified key dramatic elements. Plot is a core element as it's the arrangement of events (the soul of tragedy per Aristotle). Tension (often related to conflict, a part of plot development) is also essential for dramatic engagement. Monologue, audience, and soliloquy (note: "soliloquy" is the correct term, "soliloquy" is a type of speech but not a core essential element for all plays as per Aristotle's main elements like plot, character, thought, diction, song, spectacle; tension ties to plot/conflict). Wait, re - evaluating: Aristotle's Poetics lists plot (mythos) as the most important, and tension (conflict) is part of plot. Also, plot is a core element. Let's check the options: plot is a key dramatic element (the arrangement of action). Tension (dramatic tension, conflict) is also essential. Wait, but the options: "plot" is a core Aristotle - identified element. "tension" (conflict is part of plot). Also, maybe a typo "soliloquy" (but soliloquy is a device, not a core essential element for all plays as per Aristotle's six elements (plot, character, thought, diction, song, spectacle)). Wait, the question says "select the two correct answers". Let's re - check: Aristotle's essential elements for plays (tragedy, but extended to drama) include plot (mythos) as the most important, and tension (conflict) is inherent in plot. Also, plot is a must. Tension (dramatic tension, conflict) drives the plot. So among the options, plot and tension are correct? Wait, no, maybe I made a mistake. Wait, Aristotle's six elements: plot, character, thought, diction, song, spectacle. So plot is one. Tension is related to plot (conflict in plot). So the two correct answers are plot and tension? Wait, the options: plot and tension. Let's confirm: Plot is a core dramatic element (the sequence of events). Tension (dramatic tension, conflict) is essential for drama as it creates interest. So the correct options are plot and tension.

Answer:

plot, tension