Question

What is the definition of catharsis?

A. the defect of character that brings about the protagonist’s downfall in a tragedy
B. a process in a tragedy in which a character heals, often through a painful realization
C. the final event of extreme misfortune in the dramatic action of a tragedy
D. a difficult choice involving a decision based on values, which challenges one's belief system

Answer 1

B. a process in a tragedy in which a character heals, often through a painful realization

Step-by-step explanation:

A cathartic experience is one that gives some type of emotional release. In literature, the character has this release as a result of a painful experience that helps them realize something about themselves. The word comes from the Greeks, it's original meaning purification.

Answer 2

Answer:B

Explanation:the process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions so B fits that best "a character heals"