10S+ U1 Lexis

a tragic flaw or error in judgment that leads to the downfall of the tragic hero

• ego

• catharsis

• hamartia

• tragic hero

a character of noble stature who possesses a flaw (hamartia) that leads to their downfall

• hamartia

• catharsis

• mimesis

• tragic hero

the imitation of life in art and literature. In Greek tragedy, it is the representation of reality through the actions and dialogues of characters

• catharsis

• mimesis

• hamartia

• ambiguous

something that is open to multiple interpretations or has an unclear meaning

• ego

• catharsis

• ambiguous

• mimesis

the emotional release or purging that the audience experiences as a result of the dramatic events in a tragedy

• mimesis

• catharsis

• ambiguous

• hamartia

a character's sense of self-importance or self-esteem, often leading to pride or arrogance

• catharsis

• mimesis

• ego

• tragic hero