JAMB Literature in English 2003 Question 14

Question 14

Drama: General

The tragic character is the person whose experiences arouse pity and

  1. A.terror
  2. B.horror
  3. C.frustration
  4. D.sympathy
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Answer: A (terror)

Explanation

According to Aristotle, the tragic hero's fall arouses pity and fear (terror) in the audience, leading to catharsis.