Module 2-Part 1-What is Tragedy?

Respond to the following questions:
1. List some plays, movies, or novels that you would consider tragedies.
2. Why do you think that examples that you listed are tragedies? Are the stories sad? Do people die?

3. Below are some characteristics of tragic figures. Try to find an example of a "tragic figure" in the newspaper. (extra credit!)

• noble figures better than the average person
• they suffer a reversal of fortune
• they endure great suffering
• they recognize the consequences of their actions

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