Why do you think tragedy is a popular genre? Is tragedy entertaining? What benefit do people derive from watching the downfall of a tragic hero?

I feel like tragedy is a popular genre because most people can relate to it in the emotions that come with it. I think people benefit in the sense that they know what the outcome could be it's like watching a video about people texting and driving in and they get into a car accident you seeing what the outcome could be and how tragic it is affect you on an emotional level that makes you not want to do that thing that could end up so horribly. It's a life lesson