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- English Literature Mcqsenglish-literature-mcqs
- Published
- 30 Jul 2021
- Last updated
- 28 May 2026
Explanation
The word 'Tragedy' originates from the Greek words 'tragos' meaning goat and 'ode' meaning song, hence it literally means 'goat song.'
More English Literature Mcqs
Practice related questions from the same subject.
- 1.Who is the author of the book titled "Zest for Life"?
- 2.Which poet famously said that he woke up one morning to find himself famous following the release of his poem?
- 3.Who criticized Hazlitt as part of the so-called 'Cockney School of Poetry'?
- 4.Who is the author of The Canterbury Tales?
- 5.Which of the following was the debut play written by Ben Jonson?
- 6.Who was recognized as the first official Poet Laureate in English literature?
- 7.What term describes the non-verbal elements of speech that accompany spoken language?
- 8.Who is credited with being the earliest user of blank verse?
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