Which Elizabethan play by Thomas Heywood is a classic example of 'Domestic Tragedy,' focusing on middle-class characters rather than royalty?
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Correct answer: A Woman Killed with Kindness
Thomas Heywood's 'A Woman Killed with Kindness' (1603) deals with a contemporary story of adultery and forgiveness in a country household. Unlike classical tragedies of kings and princes, it centers on middle-class characters, marking a key shift toward relatable domestic subject matter.
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