Macbeth: A tragic hero

Macbeth: A tragic hero

1. Noble, successful : Thane of Glamis, Duncan holds him high esteem

2. Tragic flaw: Ambition

3. Moment of discovery: When he recognises he's doomed

4. Downfall: Fate must be worse than every body else's

5. Terrible Act: Killing Duncan

6. Audience's moment of catharsis (release of strong feelings/relief) : Macduff kills Macbeth

7. External Influences: Witches' prophecies and Lady Macbeth

8. Admirable

9. highly regarded in society

10. capacity for suffering

11. Evokes in the audience a sense of pity or fear