Tragedy terms.

Question 1

Catharsis.

Answer 1

The intended audience experience at the end of the tragedy, purging them of the twin emotions of pity and fear.

Question 2

Anagnorisis.

Answer 2

Recognition that the tragedy has been self-inflicted.

Question 3

Hamartia.

Answer 3

A character fault that leads to the hero’s downfall.

Question 4

Tragic hero.

Answer 4

The main character, who falls from greatness to misery because of a character flaw.