Analyzing and Interpreting Literature CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the purpose of a prologue in a dramatic work?

To provide comic relief.
To introduce the characters and main plot.
To provide structure and allude to themes.
To provide backstory for the protagonist.

The correct answer is: To introduce the characters and main plot.

A prologue serves as an introduction to the characters and main plot of a dramatic work. It provides a brief overview of the story and sets the stage for the events that will unfold. It is not meant to provide comic relief, as that is the purpose of a comedic relief character. A prologue also does not necessarily provide structure or allude to themes, as those elements are typically introduced and developed throughout the entire work. Additionally, while a prologue may contain backstory for the protagonist, that is not its primary purpose.