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What is tragedy in literature?

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A serious narrative that typically involves the downfall of a heroic character.

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Define hubris.

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Excessive pride or self-confidence that leads to a character’s downfall.

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True or False: Hamartia refers to a character’s tragic flaw.

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True

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What is the primary effect of a tragic hero’s downfall?

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It evokes pity and fear in the audience.

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Fill in the blank: In tragedy, the protagonist often experiences a ________ moment that leads to their downfall.

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reversal

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What is catharsis in the context of tragedy?

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The emotional release experienced by the audience after the tragic events.

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Name a famous tragic play by William Shakespeare.

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Macbeth, Othello,

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a common element of tragedy? A) Suffering B) Redemption C) Hamartia D) Catharsis

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B) Redemption

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What role does fate play in a tragedy?

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Fate often determines the tragic outcome of the protagonist’s journey.

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True or False: Tragedy only involves the death of the protagonist.

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False

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What is the term for the moment of realization in which a character understands their situation?

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Anagnorisis

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Fill in the blank: The ________ is the central character in a tragedy who experiences the tragic flaw.

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tragic hero

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Name one characteristic of a tragic hero.

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Noble stature or high status.

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Multiple Choice: Which literary device is commonly used in tragedies to foreshadow events? A) Irony B) Symbolism C) Foreshadowing D) Alliteration

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C) Foreshadowing

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What is the significance of the tragic flaw in a character?

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It leads to the character’s ultimate downfall and is a key element of the tragedy.

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True or False: Tragedies often have a happy ending.

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False

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What is the term for the struggle between opposing forces in a tragedy?

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Conflict

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Fill in the blank: The ________ of a tragedy often involves a moral lesson or reflection on human nature.

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theme

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Who is considered the father of tragedy?

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Aeschylus and Aristotle

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True or False: Tragedy originated in ancient Greece.

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True

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What is the role of the chorus in Greek tragedy?

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To comment on the action and provide insight into the themes.

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What does the term ‘tragic irony’ refer to?

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When the audience knows something that the character does not, leading to a tragic outcome.

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Fill in the blank: The protagonist’s journey in a tragedy often leads to ________ and self-discovery.

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enlightenment

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What is the impact of societal norms in tragedies?

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They often shape the actions and conflicts of the characters.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of hamartia? A) Being overly ambitious B) Being too humble C) Having no flaws D) Always making the right choices
A) Being overly ambitious
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What is the primary purpose of tragedy in literature?
To evoke a sense of catharsis in the audience.
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True or False: Tragedy often involves a noble protagonist who experiences downfall.
True
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Fill in the blank: The term 'hamartia' refers to a character's ________ that leads to their downfall.
tragic flaw
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What is the role of anagnorisis in a tragedy?
It is the moment of critical discovery or recognition.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a common element of tragedy? A) Catharsis B) Hubris C) Comedy D) Peripeteia
C) Comedy
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In tragedy, what does 'peripeteia' refer to?
A sudden reversal of fortune or change in circumstances.
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True or False: Tragedies often conclude with a sense of moral resolution.
True
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What type of conflict is often central to tragic narratives?
Internal conflict within the protagonist.
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Fill in the blank: The tragic hero often faces ________ from external forces.
fate
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Multiple Choice: Which playwright is known for his tragic works, including 'Hamlet'? A) Shakespeare B) Molière C) Ibsen D) Chekhov
A) Shakespeare
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What is the significance of the tragic flaw in a character?
It leads to the character's downfall and highlights their humanity.
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True or False: Tragedy is exclusive to the genre of drama.
False
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What is the effect of tragedy on the audience, according to Aristotle?
It produces pity and fear, leading to catharsis.
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Fill in the blank: Tragedies often explore themes of ________ and human suffering.
loss
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of a tragic hero? A) Unwavering morality B) Excessive pride C) Lack of ambition D) Perfect wisdom
B) Excessive pride
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What is the term for the emotional release experienced by the audience during a tragedy?
Catharsis
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True or False: Tragedy often highlights the inevitability of fate.
True
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What is the typical structure of a tragic play?
Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
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Fill in the blank: The ________ often serves as a moral compass within a tragedy.
chorus
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common theme in tragedies? A) Love conquers all B) The struggle against fate C) The triumph of good D) The pursuit of happiness
B) The struggle against fate
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What does the term 'catharsis' specifically refer to in the context of tragedy?
The purging of emotions, particularly pity and fear.
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True or False: Tragedies often feature a happy ending.
False
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What is the significance of the tragic ending in a tragedy?
It reinforces the themes of the play and often leaves a lasting impact on the audience.
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Fill in the blank: The tragic hero typically has a ________ that makes them relatable.
noble stature
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a tragic flaw? A) Generosity B) Courage C) Jealousy D) Humility
C) Jealousy
51
What is the impact of societal norms on the tragic hero's fate?
Societal norms often dictate the hero's actions and contribute to their ultimate downfall.
52
What is the primary purpose of tragedy in literature?
To evoke a sense of catharsis in the audience.
53
True or False: Tragedy often involves a noble protagonist who experiences downfall.
True
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Fill in the blank: The term 'hamartia' refers to a character's ________ that leads to their downfall.
tragic flaw
55
What is the role of anagnorisis in a tragedy?
It is the moment of critical discovery or recognition.
56
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a common element of tragedy? A) Catharsis B) Hubris C) Comedy D) Peripeteia
C) Comedy
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In tragedy, what does 'peripeteia' refer to?
A sudden reversal of fortune or change in circumstances.
58
True or False: Tragedies often conclude with a sense of moral resolution.
True
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What type of conflict is often central to tragic narratives?
Internal conflict within the protagonist.
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Fill in the blank: The tragic hero often faces ________ from external forces.
fate
61
Multiple Choice: Which playwright is known for his tragic works, including 'Hamlet'? A) Shakespeare B) Molière C) Ibsen D) Chekhov
A) Shakespeare
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What is the significance of the tragic flaw in a character?
It leads to the character's downfall and highlights their humanity.
63
True or False: Tragedy is exclusive to the genre of drama.
False
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What is the effect of tragedy on the audience, according to Aristotle?
It produces pity and fear, leading to catharsis.
65
Fill in the blank: Tragedies often explore themes of ________ and human suffering.
loss
66
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of a tragic hero? A) Unwavering morality B) Excessive pride C) Lack of ambition D) Perfect wisdom
B) Excessive pride
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What is the term for the emotional release experienced by the audience during a tragedy?
Catharsis
68
True or False: Tragedy often highlights the inevitability of fate.
True
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What is the typical structure of a tragic play?
Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
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Fill in the blank: The ________ often serves as a moral compass within a tragedy.
chorus
71
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common theme in tragedies? A) Love conquers all B) The struggle against fate C) The triumph of good D) The pursuit of happiness
B) The struggle against fate
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What does the term 'catharsis' specifically refer to in the context of tragedy?
The purging of emotions, particularly pity and fear.
73
True or False: Tragedies often feature a happy ending.
False
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What is the significance of the tragic ending in a tragedy?
It reinforces the themes of the play and often leaves a lasting impact on the audience.
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Fill in the blank: The tragic hero typically has a ________ that makes them relatable.
noble stature
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a tragic flaw? A) Generosity B) Courage C) Jealousy D) Humility
C) Jealousy
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What is the impact of societal norms on the tragic hero's fate?
Societal norms often dictate the hero's actions and contribute to their ultimate downfall.

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