GCELiterature in EnglishDrama Analysis2022

The term 'tragic flaw' in drama is most closely associated with which of the following concepts?

ACatharsis
BHamartiaCORRECT
CHubris
DNemesis
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
Hamartia, a term originating from Aristotle's Poetics, refers to the fatal flaw or error in judgement that leads to the downfall of a tragic hero. While hubris (excessive pride) is often a form of hamartia, hamartia is the broader term that specifically denotes the tragic flaw. Catharsis refers to emotional purging, and nemesis refers to retributive justice.
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