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What is the best example of a tragic flaw

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Answer: 1. The hero Achilles' tragic flaw is his pride. He thinks he is completely invincible, but he has a weak spot-his ankle.

2. In Macbeth, Macbeth's tragic flaw is his own ambition. He plots with his wife to murder the king, and his guilt haunts him.

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1. The hero Achilles' tragic flaw is his pride. He thinks he is completely invincible, but he has a weak spot-his ankle.
2. In Macbeth, Macbeth's tragic flaw is his own ambition. He plots with his wife to murder the king, and his guilt haunts him.

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