Elements of Tragedy

Question 1

elements of tragedy

Answer 1

• plot-action of the play
• theme-message of the play
• spectacle-scenery, costumes, effects
• characters-many including
• protagonist-tragic hero/heroine
• antagonist-opposes protagonist

Question 2

protagonist

Answer 2

• tragic hero
• often of high social standing
• has a tragic flaw
  
  • driven by passion, lust for power, vengeance, etc.
• in most tragedies, hero faces death with dignity