The pleasure of a tragedy, according to Aristotle, is:
A) the experience of pity and fear.
B) to learn to identify with the protagonist.
C) to return to the lesser troubles of real life.
D) to feel relief that one is not in the same position as the protagonist of the tragedy.
E) Aristotle believes that the benefit of tragedy comes from the fact that they contain no pleasures.

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According to Aristotle, the pleasure of a tragedy is derived from the experience of pity and fear. Tragedies allow us to release these emotions in a safe and controlled environment, leading to catharsis and a sense of emotional release.

The Pleasure of a Tragedy, According to Aristotle, Is