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Phaethon's personality of impulsiveness and pride led to tragedy when he insisted on driving his father Apollo's sun chariot despite not being capable of controlling it. His reckless actions resulted in chaos and destruction, ultimately leading to his death when he lost control of the chariot and was struck down by a thunderbolt from Zeus.
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What describe tragedy?
The lead character in a Greek tragedy always suffers because of an inner personal flaw.In Greek tragedy, the lead character suffers because of a personal flaw.
A character's personality trait that leads to his or her downfall?
A Tragic Flaw or weakness is the usual cause of pain and sometimes tragedy for a character. This character is sometimes called a â??Tragic heroâ?? and this personality issue is a game changer which may lead to devastating losses or even death.
What happened to the earth when phaethons drove the chariot of the sun?
The world was set on fire.
Why does a tragedy sometime lead to changes in an industry?
it is pointless :)
The tragic flaw of a character in a tragedy is something that?
arises from the protagonist's own personality and character.
What is a characteristic of tragedy?
The fate of the lead character goes from happiness to unhappiness.
How could an obsession with vengeance lead to tragedy?
cause youre gay
What are the steps that lead to a tragedy?
Some steps that can lead to a tragedy include failing to take proper precautions when you know there is a risk of an unfortunate event and being careless. For example, if you know you are supposed to wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle, you should do so, otherwise a tragedy could happen.
In Greek tragedy hamartia refers to?
In Greek tragedy, hamartia refers to the protagonist's biggest flaw. It is the one sin or error that is in the main character or hero's personality that leads to their own downfall.
Who did not believe Apollo Phaethons father?
Epaphos, prince of Egypt according to Ovid. However, Phaethon was the son of Helios - not Apollo.
What makes a tragedy?
A tragedy in the view of Shakespeare has a lead Protagonist that through one act (called the hamartia) causes his own downfall which will always result in his death as well as the antagonists.
What vehicle caused phaethons downfall?
Phaeton was the son of Helios, and he died because he was unable to control the chariot of Helios when he was trying to drive it.
