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.

Respuesta :

I believe the correct answer is B.

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

 

Explanation:  Arthur Conan Doyle was Scottish doctor and writer, well known for his science fiction stories and some fantasy. The contest tells the story of Nero, who sailed to Greece in 66 when he was 29 years old and had 13 years of reign. He left Puteoli with ten galleys.