What Was the Primary Function of the Chorus in Sophocles

question 7

Multiple Choice

What was the primary function of the chorus in Sophocles' plays?

• A) to sing praise to the gods
• B) to provide a commentary upon the events of the plot
• C) to interject comic episodes into a tragic play
• D) to help forward the action of the plot

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