Question

What is meant by ‘Peripeteia’ in Aristotle’s theory?

• A. Final act of revenge
• B. Sudden realization of love
• C. Reversal of fortune
• D. A speech to the audience

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Reversal of fortune

Peripeteia refers to the sudden reversal of the protagonist’s situation, usually from good to bad, a hallmark of effective tragedy.