A serious drama typically describing a conflict between the protagonist and a superior force, leading to a disastrous conclusion.

Excessive pride or arrogance, often leading to the downfall of a tragic hero.

The character or force in conflict with the protagonist.

A group of characters in Greek tragedy who comment on the action of the play.

A situation in which a difficult choice must be made between two undesirable options.

The predetermined course of events in a person's life, often seen as an external force in Greek tragedy.

The final resolution or outcome of a tragedy, often involving the protagonist's downfall.

A literary device in which an author gives hints or clues about future events in the story.

A literary device involving a contrast between what is expected and what actually happens.

A character trait in the protagonist that leads to their downfall in a tragedy.

The refusal to obey certain laws or commands of a government, typically as a form of protest.

A situation in which a person must choose between moral principles that may be in conflict.

Lack of fairness or justice; unfair treatment.

The duty to act in accordance with moral principles and values.

An inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one's behavior.