Shakespearean Tragedy

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An incident which introduces conflict
Inciting moment
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The scene which highlights a key theme, and establishes atmosphere
Exposition
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The earlier actions of the tragic hero cause his falling fortunes
Falling Action
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The tragic flaw
Hamartia
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A sudden reversal of fortune
Peripeteia
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The turning point of the play
Climax
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A moment of release for the audience; pity and fear
Catharthis
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The moment the tragic hero dies
Catastrophe
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Card 2

Front

The scene which highlights a key theme, and establishes atmosphere

Back

Exposition

Card 3

Front

The earlier actions of the tragic hero cause his falling fortunes

Back

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Card 4

Front

The tragic flaw

Back

Preview of the front of card 4

Card 5

Front

A sudden reversal of fortune

Back

Preview of the front of card 5
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