English Shakespearean Drama and Modern Drama Flashcards

(6 cards)

1
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tragic hero

A

A character who begins noble or heroic but has a downfall due to a fatal flaw

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2
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hamartia

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Fatal flaw

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3
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hubris

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Excessive pride or self-confidence

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4
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Machiavellian

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Cunning/manipulative

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5
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Catharsis

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Process of realising strong emotions

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6
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Supernatural

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Beyond scientific understanding

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