What distinguishes a tragic hero from a pure villain?
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Correct answer: Moral complexity and a genuine capacity for remorse
Tragic heroes display moral complexity and often genuine remorse for their actions. Villains typically lack this depth or capacity for self-reflection, which is what fundamentally distinguishes the two types.
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