Literary Terms and Concepts

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Catastrophe

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Second last section of the Tragic Structure; often disastrous, contains protagonist's death.

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Explain

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Make something clear or understandable by providing reasons or context.

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Hamartia

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Tragic flaw of the protagonist leading to errors in judgement and downfall.

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Motif

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Recurring theme, idea, or symbol in literature.

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Dramatic Irony

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Audience knows something characters do not, creating tension.

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Tragedy

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Genre characterized by protagonist's downfall due to a tragic flaw.

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Soliloquy

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Character speaks to self, revealing innermost thoughts.

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Hubris

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Excessive pride or arrogance leading to downfall.

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Explore

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Investigate or delve into a subject or idea.

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Imagery

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Vivid language creating mental pictures and sensory experiences.