Question

1. What characteristics of a comedy does The Tempest have? What characteristics of a tragedy does it have?​

Answer 1

1. The fact that no one dies in the play, discord is repaired, misunderstandings are resolved, and lovers and united in marriage all contribute to the play's classification as a comedy.

2. All literary tragedies share certain characteristics:

Protagonists who are courageous and noble and must face significant internal or external challenges.

A heartbreaking ending that often leads to a catharsis for the audience and gives them hope for mankind.