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

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's "The Contest" is a work of historical fiction because:

B. It describes the former Roman Emperor Nero and recreates ancient Rome and Greece.

The Contest, as one of the many short stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, was published in The New York Tribune. In particular, this short story takes us to the time of Emperor Nero, when he travelled to Greece and dedicated himself to music and theatrical performance, participated in the Olympic games, and more.