In "How to Build a Fire" what is the answer to this question?
Aristotle described various plots. Combining them, we get a tradtional definition of an ideal tragedy. How does this story compare to this traditional ideal of a Greek tragedy?
It fits the ideal perfectly.
It comes close to the ideal, but the main character does not exactly fit the ideal.
It comes close to ideal, but it does not fit in terms of recognition and reversal.
It comes close to the ideal but it does not meet the concept of the three unities.
Both 2 and 3 are correct.
Both 2 and 4 are correct.
I think it is C, but I am not sure.
Never mind. The answer is B.
To determine the answer to the question regarding the traditional ideal of a Greek tragedy in relation to the story "How to Build a Fire," we need to analyze the characteristics of an ideal tragedy and compare them to the story.
According to Aristotle, an ideal tragedy consists of several key elements, including plot, character, thought, melody, and spectacle. In terms of plot, Aristotle described various types that could be combined to create an ideal tragedy. One of these plot types includes recognition and reversal, where the protagonist experiences a change in fortune, typically from good to bad, due to a sudden realization or reversal of circumstances.
In the given options, option A states that the story fits the ideal perfectly. Option B suggests that the story comes close to the ideal, but the main character does not exactly fit the ideal. Option C proposes that the story comes close to the ideal, but does not fit in terms of recognition and reversal. Option D claims that the story comes close to the ideal, but does not meet the concept of the three unities. Option E declares that both options 2 and 3 are correct, and option F states that both options 2 and 4 are correct.
To determine the correct answer, we need to analyze the elements of the story "How to Build a Fire" in relation to the traditional ideal of a Greek tragedy. In the story, the protagonist faces numerous challenges and ultimately fails in his attempt to survive. While it can be argued that the story exhibits elements of tragedy, it does not strictly adhere to the traditional ideal, as it lacks the specific element of recognition and reversal present in an ideal tragedy.
Considering this analysis, it can be concluded that option C, "It comes close to the ideal, but does not fit in terms of recognition and reversal," is the correct answer.