Whom does Lisideius defend in, ‘An Essay of Dramatick Poesy'?
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A.
Modern Playwrights
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B.
German Playwrights
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C.
English Playwrights
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D.
French Playwrights
Correct Answer:
D. French Playwrights
Explanation:
In John Dryden’s 1668 dialogue An Essay on Dramatic Poesy, four friends traveling on the Thames debate various theatrical traditions. Eugenius supports modern English playwrights, Crites advocates for classical Greek and Roman drama, Lisideius favors French theater, and Neander champions the Elizabethan style.
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