The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare: Act 5.1-5.2

Question 2 • CREDIT RECOVERY - ELA 9 - Summer

Which of the following is not a trait of a tragic hero?

Answer

holds high social status, or is a noble character, and is virtuous

achieves perfection in relation to the audience

possesses hamartia, or a tragic flaw that contributes to the downfall

falls from grace, leading to the “recognition,” or a new understanding

Explanation

A tragic hero is often a noble or high-status character whose hamartia contributes to a downfall, which may lead to recognition or new understanding. The hero is not expected to achieve perfection in the eyes of the audience; a flaw or mistake is central to the tragic pattern. Therefore, “achieves perfection in relation to the audience” is not a trait of a tragic hero.

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