Tragedy Shakespeare Terms Quiz

What is a tragic hero?

• A tragic hero is a character in a comedy who possesses noble qualities but ultimately meets a happy ending.

• A tragic hero is a character in a tragedy who possesses noble qualities but ultimately meets a tragic downfall due to a fatal flaw or external circumstances.

• A tragic hero is a character in a tragedy who possesses evil qualities and meets a tragic downfall.

• A tragic hero is a character in a tragedy who possesses no noble qualities and meets a tragic downfall.

What is the role of fate and destiny in a tragedy?

• The role of fate and destiny is to provide hope and redemption for the characters in a tragedy.

• Fate and destiny have no influence on the events in a tragedy.

• Fate and destiny are merely symbolic elements in a tragedy and do not affect the outcome.

• Fate and destiny determine the outcome of events and the fate of the characters in a tragedy.

What does the term 'hamartia' refer to in Shakespearean tragedies?

• Tragic flaw or error in judgment of the protagonist

• Comic relief character in the play

• Symbolic representation of fate

• Fatal mistake made by the antagonist

What is catharsis in the context of tragedy?

• Intellectual analysis and understanding

• Emotional release or purging of pity and fear

• Physical exertion and exhaustion

• Spiritual enlightenment and awakening

What is hubris and how does it contribute to a tragic hero's downfall?

• Hubris is a form of humility that leads a tragic hero to seek advice and avoid their downfall.

• Hubris is a lack of confidence that prevents a tragic hero from taking risks and achieving greatness.

• Hubris is excessive pride or self-confidence that leads a tragic hero to disregard warnings or advice, resulting in their downfall.

• Hubris is a type of fear that causes a tragic hero to listen to warnings and avoid their downfall.

What is the purpose of catharsis in a tragedy?

• To entertain the audience with thrilling and suspenseful moments.

• To confuse the audience and make them question the meaning of the tragedy.

• To educate the audience about the historical context of the tragedy.

• To evoke emotions of pity and fear in the audience and allow them to experience a release or purification of these emotions.

What is the role of foreshadowing in a tragedy?

• Foreshadowing is a technique used to create suspense and anticipation in the audience.

• Foreshadowing is a technique used to reveal the outcome of the tragedy at the beginning of the play.

• Foreshadowing is a technique used to confuse the audience and make them question the meaning of the tragedy.

• Foreshadowing is a technique used to provide comic relief in a tragedy.

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

• The tragic flaw is a minor weakness that has no impact on the tragic hero's downfall.

• The tragic flaw is a major weakness that leads the tragic hero to make fatal mistakes.

• The tragic flaw is a strength that helps the tragic hero overcome their challenges.

• The tragic flaw is a plot device used to confuse the audience.

What is the purpose of the chorus in a tragedy?

• The chorus provides comic relief in a tragedy.

• The chorus represents the voice of the audience and provides commentary on the events of the play.

• The chorus is a group of characters who conspire against the tragic hero.

• The chorus is a group of characters who help the tragic hero overcome their challenges.

What is the role of irony in a tragedy?

• Irony is used to create suspense and anticipation in the audience.

• Irony is used to reveal the outcome of the tragedy at the beginning of the play.

• Irony is used to confuse the audience and make them question the meaning of the tragedy.

• Irony is used to create a contrast between what is expected and what actually happens in the tragedy.