Regarding the observance of the three Classical Unities in a play, Dr. Johnson's view is that ?
Correct answer: C. Only the Unity of Action should be observed
- A. Only the Unity of Time should be observed
- B. Only the Unity of Place should be observed
- C. Only the Unity of Action should be observed
- D. All the three Unities should be observed
Explanation
Dr. Johnson regarded the Unity of Action as essential because a play should develop one coherent plot. He rejected the strict necessity of observing the Unities of Time and Place.
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