How does paragraph 1 contribute to the development of ideas in the article/passage?
It captures the reader's attention by making the topic of the text seem relatable
to the experience of the reader.
B. It summarizes the central idea of the text: that poets should avoid constructing
complicated plot lines when crafting a work of tragedy.
It introduces the purpose of the subsequent paragraphs: to advise writers on
the components of an ideal tragedy.
D. It summarizes central ideas relating to how poets construct plot as described in
earlier parts of the book (not included in this excerpt).