Question

Select the correct answer.

In what way is Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s “The Contest” a work of historical fiction?
A.
It focuses on the popular Greek mythic hero Policles and cites examples of his bravery.
B.
It describes the former Roman Emperor Nero and recreates ancient Rome and Greece.
C.
It accurately portrays how international singing competitions were held in ancient Greece.
D.
It gives a factual, true-to-life depiction of events that took place during Nero’s reign.

Answer 1

The correct answer is: B) It describes the former Roman Emperor Nero and recreates ancient Rome and Greece.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's "The Contest" follows Roman Emperor Nero in the year 66 as he sets sail to Greece with painted scenery and theatrical properties, accompanied by senators, knights, his singing coach Natus, the great singer Cluvius and thousands of youths trained to applaud him when needed.