What is a tragic hero?

a. A character who causes problems for other characters but learns to do the right thing by the end of the story

b. A character who goes from happiness to suffering due to his or her actions, which often occur as a result of a tragic flaw

c. A character who experiences several unfortunate situations as a result of the actions of other characters

d. A character who begins a story in a terrible situation but ultimately finds happiness through inner strength

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Jasper

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30 April, 03:39

What is a tragic hero?

a. A character who causes problems for other characters but learns to do the right thing by the end of the story

b. A character who goes from happiness to suffering due to his or her actions, which often occur as a result of a tragic flaw

c. A character who experiences several unfortunate situations as a result of the actions of other characters

d. A character who begins a story in a terrible situation but ultimately finds happiness through inner strength

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Robert Jacobson · Answer 1

Most likely it's C, thinking of "Othello" and of "Romeo and Juliet". Both Shakespearean tragic stories are centred on the tragic consequences of the others' 'evil' actions against the heroes, Othello, Romeo and Juliet.