Tragic hero and Romeo and Juliet

What characteristic is essential for a tragic hero according to Aristotle?

• Creates pity and fear
• Is overly virtuous
• Cannot make decisions
• Is of low social status
• Is disliked by the audience

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Who is an example of a tragic hero from Greek mythology noted in the document?

• Achilles
• Hercules
• Zeus
• Ares
• Apollo

What term did Aristotle use to describe a tragic hero's critical mistake?

• Hubris
• Hamartia
• Catharsis
• Nemesis
• Pathos

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According to the video, which of these is NOT a characteristic of a tragic hero?

• Consistency
• Goodness
• Invincibility
• Relatability
• Elicits an emotional response

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What emotional responses should a tragic hero evoke in the audience?

• Joy and satisfaction
• Pity and fear
• Indifference and boredom
• Anger and frustration
• Curiosity and surprise

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According to Aristotle, a tragic hero's downfall should be the result of?

• An external force
• A personal defect
• A miscalculation
• Divine intervention
• A deliberate act

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Which of the following is a modern example of a tragic hero as described in the video?

• Bruce Wayne
• Clark Kent
• Peter Parker
• Tony Stark
• Bruce Banner

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What quality must a tragic hero inherently possess, according to the video?

• Fame
• Goodness
• Wealth
• Physical strength
• Supernatural powers

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What is the outcome for a tragic hero at the end of their story?

• Triumph
• Death or downfall
• Escape
• Redemption
• Wealth

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What does Aristotle assert about the consistency of a tragic hero's character?

• It is adaptable
• It is unpredictable
• It is consistent
• It is variable
• It is complex

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