What is the definition of Classical Tragedy?

A classical tragedy is the story of a hero /heroine that experiences a reversal of

fortune set in motion by the gods as a result of hubris.
Where and when did the concept of Classical Tragedy originate?
It originates in the theatre of ancient Greece 2500 years ago
What are some of the earliest examples of classical tragedies, and
when were they written?
Oedipus Rex first performed in 429 BCE,
Prometheus Bound first performed 430 BCE,
The Oresteia - first performed 458 BCE,

Who was Aristotle, what was he known for, and when was he alive?
Aristotle was born circa 384 B.C. in Stagira, Greece.
He was known for being a Greek philosopher and scientist..
When did Aristotle write his study of tragedy, entitled Poetics?
330 BCE
What, according to Aristotle, is the aim of tragedy
The aim of tragedy, Aristotle writes, is to bring about a "catharsis" of the
spectators to arouse in them sensations of pity and fear, and to purge them of
these emotions so that they leave the theatre feeling cleansed and uplifted, with
a heightened understanding of the ways of gods and men.
What are the 6 component parts of tragedy, according to Aristotle? List
them in order of importance.
1. Plot
2. Character
3. Diction
4. Reasoning
5. Spectacle
6. Lyric Poetry

What is the role of the tragic hero in Aristotle's theory of tragedy, and
how important is the tragic hero in Classical Tragedy?
She/he undergoes a catastrophe which is usually a reversal of fortune
They must suffer beyond what most people ever endure in their lives. Their
suffering causes pity and fear.
Define the following elements/ingredients of Classical Tragedy
1.Hamartia- tragic hero makes a mistake, tragic flaw in their character
2.Tragic flaw- requirement that the hero should not be a completely admirable
man.
3.Hubris- ignoring warnings that the tragic flaw will always bring you down
4.Peripeteia- opposite of hamartia; where the opposite of what was planned or
hoped for by the protagonist takes place
5.Anagnorisis (recognition)- the point when the protagonist recognizes the truth
of a situation, discovers another character's identity, or comes to a realization
about himself.
6.Catharsis- should purge the pity and fear brought about by the tragic action
being performed. The audience should feel content at the end and satisfied with
how the plot ends. Audience knos what to expect.