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[85]. According to Aristotle, what is catharsis?

1.
The death of the hero
2.
The end of the play
3.
The purification of the feelings of pity and fear
4.
The laughter of the audience
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 3 : The purification of the feelings of pity and fear

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सही उत्तर The purification of the feelings of pity and fear है।

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According to Aristotle, tragedy purifies feelings through pity and fear.

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[85]. According to Aristotle, what is catharsis?

1.
The death of the hero
2.
The end of the play
3.
The purification of the feelings of pity and fear
4.
The laughter of the audience

Correct Answer: The purification of the feelings of pity and fear

According to Aristotle, tragedy purifies feelings through pity and fear.

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