answersLogoWhite

0

Supportively to the edict, Antigone's punishment, Ismene's release in the beginning and then supportively to Polyneices' burial and Antigone's release in the end are the ways in which the chorus leader reacts to Creon's decision in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).

Specifically, the chorus leader begins the play with the observation that kings rule the way that they must. He criticizes Theban Princess Antigone's emotional and disrespectful outbursts. He does not oppose Antigone's arrest and punishment, but does come out in defense of Princess Ismene's innocence. But by the end, he moves from support for his sovereign to criticism. For example, he firmly states that the bodies of Polyneices and the disloyal Theban dead need to be buried and that Antigone needs to be released from her live burial.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

What else can I help you with?

Continue Learning about Performing Arts

What does the Chorus Leader assume to be the reason for Antigone's decision to go against her king?

tr


What does the chorus leader assume to be the reason for Antigone decision to go against her king?

tr


What does the chorus leader say about Oedipus in 'Antigone'?

It is only in the second scene that the chorus leader mentions Oedipus in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus leader is present for Theban Princess Antigone's interrogation by her uncle King Creon. He is quick to cast judgment. He observes that Antigone is very much like her father, disgraced King Oedipus, in her lack of luck and self-control.


What does the chorus leader say about Antigone's fate in the second scene of 'Antigone'?

That she is as foolish, uncompromising, uncontrolled and unlucky as her father is what the chorus leader says about Antigone's fate in the second scene of "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus leader makes his first observation on her foolishness and unluckiness when he sees that Theban Princess Antigone is escorted by armed guard into her uncle King Creon's presence. He makes his second observation on her lack of conciliation and self-control when Antigone openly admits her guilt. At the end of Antigone's and Creon's interaction, the chorus sings of Antigone's fateful descent from cursed parents and ancestors.


Is the chorus the same as the Choragos in 'Antigone'?

No, the chorus is not the same as the Choragos in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus draws its membership from the Theban elders. They number twelve in all. One of them operates as the Choragos, or chorus leader. The chorus leader represents the other members in direct interactions with other characters.

Related Questions

What does the Chorus Leader assume to be the reason for Antigone's decision to go against her king?

tr


What does the chorus leader assume to be the reason for Antigone decision to go against her king?

tr


What does the chorus leader say about Oedipus in 'Antigone'?

It is only in the second scene that the chorus leader mentions Oedipus in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus leader is present for Theban Princess Antigone's interrogation by her uncle King Creon. He is quick to cast judgment. He observes that Antigone is very much like her father, disgraced King Oedipus, in her lack of luck and self-control.


What does the chorus leader say about Antigone's fate in the second scene of 'Antigone'?

That she is as foolish, uncompromising, uncontrolled and unlucky as her father is what the chorus leader says about Antigone's fate in the second scene of "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus leader makes his first observation on her foolishness and unluckiness when he sees that Theban Princess Antigone is escorted by armed guard into her uncle King Creon's presence. He makes his second observation on her lack of conciliation and self-control when Antigone openly admits her guilt. At the end of Antigone's and Creon's interaction, the chorus sings of Antigone's fateful descent from cursed parents and ancestors.


Is the chorus the same as the Choragos in 'Antigone'?

No, the chorus is not the same as the Choragos in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus draws its membership from the Theban elders. They number twelve in all. One of them operates as the Choragos, or chorus leader. The chorus leader represents the other members in direct interactions with other characters.


What does the chorus think that Creon should do in 'Antigone'?

Bury Polyneices and release Antigone is what the chorus thinks that Creon should do in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus cannot interact directly with any of the onstage characters. But its leader can do so. The chorus leader in fact asks Theban King Creon to bury the exposed body of Polyneices and to free Princess Antigone from her walled up cave.


What is the chorus leader's job in 'Antigone'?

To represent the chorus and to summarize events is the chorus leader's job in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the leader represents the chorus of Theban elders in direct interactions with Theban King Creon. The interactions show that the leader understands royal will and provides advice if need be. The leader also summarizes events and interactions throughout the play and at the very end.


How are the Chorus and the Chorus Leader significant in 'Antigone'?

It is as the king's supporter that the chorus and the chorus leader are significant in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus draws its membership from the Theban elders. They include the most accomplished and respected of Thebes' senior citizens. They justify and validate the King's decisions. Their leader even may interact directly with Theban King Creon if need be.


What makes the audience feel that the chorus cares for Antigone when she is brought back with the guard in 'Antigone'?

That the chorus leader expresses amazement is what makes the audience feel that the chorus cares for Antigone when she is brought back with the guard in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus leader can interact directly with other characters. He immediately inserts himself into Theban Princess Antigone's upcoming interaction with the guard and her uncle, King Creon. He offers an opportunity for Antigone to defend herself on the basis of the unexpectedness of her as the perpetrator.


To whom does the choral leader compare Antigone in her scene with Creon in 'Antigone'?

It is to her father that the chorus leader compares Antigone in her scene with Creon in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus leader describes Theban Princess Antigone as the passionate daughter of a passionate father. He expresses the concern that like her father, Antigone plunges into the midst of trouble without any thought of compromise, flexibility or reconciliation. Antigone's father is disgraced Theban King Oedipus.


What is the function of the chorus leader in Scene 2 of 'Antigone'?

To suggest the workings of divine will and to point out Antigone's own unwise choices is the function of the chorus leader in Scene 2 of "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus leader describes Theban Princess Antigone as the unlucky daughter of cursed and disgraced former King Oedipus. He also criticizes her for her disloyalty to King Creon and for foolish, stubbornly passionate behavior. He adds no note of praise for Antigone's loyalty to divine will and Theban traditions. He therefore accepts what is happening to Antigone as divinely justified and her due.


What is the purpose of the exchange between the chorus and the chorus leader in 'Antigone'?

To entertain and to emphasize that the gods rule is the purpose of the exchange between the chorus and the chorus leader in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus and the chorus leader alternate in a way that focuses on key concepts, heightens dramatic impact and increases audience interest. The chorus gives the details of the violent first civil war over the Theban royal succession. The chorus leader mentions how the gods feel and how fate just keeps unfurling according to divine plan.