What must happen in a tragedy?

Answer 1

something terrible. or else it isn't a tragedy. its just happy. READ PANDORA GETS JEALOUS! IT IS FULL OF TRAGEDY IF U DONT LIKE MY ANSWER I HVE PUT ABOVE!

Answer 2

In a tragedy, the protagonist must experience a downfall due to a fatal flaw or circumstance. This downfall usually leads to suffering, self-realization, and often death. Tragedies often evoke feelings of pity and fear in the audience, known as catharsis.