Question

1 multiple choice 2 points
theater began as a religious ritual celebrating the god:
apollo
dionysus
zeus
poseidon

2 multiple choice 2 points
according to legend, who added the first actor to greek theater?
sophocles
aeschylus
thespis

Explanation:

Question 1

Greek theater originated from religious rituals honoring Dionysus, the god of wine, fertility, and drama. Apollo is associated with music, prophecy; Zeus is king of gods; Poseidon is god of the sea. So the correct option is related to Dionysus.

According to legend, Thespis is credited with adding the first actor to Greek theater, moving from choral performances to having an individual speak. Sophocles and Aeschylus were later playwrights.

Answer:

B. Dionysus

Question 2