Question

What was Aristotle's definition of hubris?

• A. Tragic flaw in a character
• B. A false sense of pride which eventually causes the character's downfall
• C. An ability to imagine the future
• D. A humble, ascetic quality

Hint:

In Greek tragedy, hubris is often the key driver of a character's downfall. Remember, it's not just pride but an overstepping of human boundaries that brings about their tragic end.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Aristotle's concept of hubris refers to excessive pride or arrogance, particularly when a character defies the gods or natural order, leading to their downfall. This is commonly seen as a key element in Greek tragedies. Thus, option (B) is the correct answer as it aligns with Aristotle's definition of hubris, where pride eventually causes a character's ruin.
Option (A), tragic flaw, is too broad and not specific to hubris. While hubris can be a tragic flaw, Aristotle's definition emphasizes pride. Option (C), ability to imagine the future, and option (D), humble ascetic quality, are unrelated to Aristotle's concept of hubris. \[ \boxed{\text{Correct answer: (B)}} \]