Question

A good plot, according to Aristotle, must have:

• A. Many subplots
• B. Unity and causality
• C. Comic relief
• D. Political themes

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Unity and causality

According to Aristotle, a good plot must be complete, unified, and have a change of fortune. It should also be of a sufficient length to represent the actions without losing the audience's interest. 

Completeness 

• A good plot has a beginning, middle, and end

• The plot should be logically linked together

Unity 

• The plot should have a unified structure

• All actions in the plot should be linked to each other

• The plot should have unity of time, which is the time span that best allows the audience to understand the action

Change of fortune

• The plot should have a change of fortune, either from good to bad or vice versa 

• Plots with a change from good to bad are best for producing catharsis 

Emotions 

• The plot should elicit emotions of fear and pity in the audience

Magnitude 

• The plot should be of a sufficient length to represent the actions without losing the audience's interest