Question

What does ‘Anagnorisis’ refer to in a tragedy?

• A. The poetic style
• B. A hero’s recognition of truth
• C. A comic relief scene
• D. A musical interlude

Answer 1

Answer:

B. A hero’s recognition of truth

Anagnorisis is the moment when the tragic hero recognizes a vital truth or misjudgment, which leads to the final downfall.