A tragic hero can be defined simply as the protagonist of a tragedy. The Greek philosopher Aristotle, however, endowed this individual with a number of specific characteristics. The first of which is his ability to evoke fear and pity from an audience.
Earthquakes are caused by either volcanic activity or shifting of massive tectonic plates underneath the surface of the earth. The plates have a ton of pressure and are pressing against each other, and when the plates suddenly shift it causes the entire ground to move, shake or break apart.
The most powerful earthquakes can lead to terrible loss of life and the destruction of whole towns and cities. They can trigger tsunamis (powerful ocean waves) and landslides. Effects of an earthquake âº Living with earthquakes âº âº Countries that are prone to earthquakes can take special measures to protect themselves.