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A serious play in which the chief figures, by some peculiarity of character, pass through a series of misfortunes leading to a final, devastating catastrophe. divided into 5 acts.
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Tragedy
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"missing the mark". a tragic flaw(misperception), lack of insight, or blindness that ironically comes from one's own strengths and abilities. (Brutus's patriotism)
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Hamartia
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"recognition". moment of tragic recognition in which the protagonist realizes some important fact or insight, especially a truth about himself, human nature, or his situation.
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Anagnorisis
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a negative term implying both arrogant, excessive self-pride or self-confidence.(leads to downfall)
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Hubris
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opposite of hubris. implies a humble and constant striving for perfection and self-improvement combined with a realistic awareness that such perfection can't be reached.(if one thought to have reached arete they would fall into hubris)
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Arete
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"sudden change". The sudden reversal of fortune in a story, play, or any narrative in which there is an observable change in direction. (downfall of protagonist)
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Peripetia
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An emotional discharge that brings about a moral or spiritual renewal or welcome relief from tension and anxiety. the end of a tragedy.
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Catharsis
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