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How far do slaves contribute to the success of Greek and Roman comedy?

In my opinion I think that slaves contribute to the success of Greek and Roman comedy, seen through the importance of the roles that the slaves play in both; The Old Cantankerous and The Rope.In the Old C...

Answered by Estella J. • Classical Civilisation tutor

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How significant of a role do the gods play in deciding the fate of Odysseus?

They play a significant role in regards to when Odysseus goes home, both speeding up and delaying the process. Athena calls a council of the Gods to argue to Zeus that Odysseus should be allowed to return...

Answered by Kathryn B. • Classical Civilisation tutor

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'Odysseus is only motivated by his desire to return home'. How far do you agree with this view?

Read the question multiple times. The statement is extremely narrow - to say Odysseus is 'only' motivated by nostos is incorrect.Think of your initial ideas, jot them down. What motivates Odysseus?Reachin...

Answered by Isabella G. • Classical Civilisation tutor

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Evaluate which was more effective in conveying Augustus’ public image to the citizens of Rome, literature or visual/material culture. [30]

Introduction: Address the question, defining terms in the title and outline where your essay will lead. In this question you could establish how you will evaluate a source as ‘effective’ ...

Answered by Archie M. • Classical Civilisation tutor

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‘Ascanius is more of a plot device than a fully realised character’ (20)

Very rough and brief plan:Paragraph one: Ascanius is a plot device, but this does not preclude Virgil from showing us elements of his characterHe is manipulated by the gods to make Dido f...

Answered by Angharad D. • Classical Civilisation tutor

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