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Why does Creon first insist it is important to beat Antigone?
Just saying
What does Creon accuse teiresias of wanting from him?
money.
Why does Creon use the imagery of the Ship of the State in Antigone?
The ship of state speech is something that Creon just thought about he didn't even know what he was taking about
Which best describes Creon's speech to his subjects at the beginning of Sophocles' Antigone?
I would say arrogant and haughty
What does Creon's speech suggest about his values in 'Antigone'?
That he prioritizes law and order is what Creon's speech suggests about his values in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon talks about a city running smoothly because rulers are respected, laws are obeyed and criminals are punished. He seems to value organizations over people. This tentative impression is backed up by subsequent interactions in which Creon shows himself to be completely lacking in people skills.
Creon speech say about his personality?
arrogance
Why does Creon first insist it is important to beat Antigone?
Just saying
What does Creon accuse teiresias of wanting from him?
money.
Why does Creon use the imagery of the Ship of the State in Antigone?
The ship of state speech is something that Creon just thought about he didn't even know what he was taking about
Which best describes Creon's speech to his subjects at the beginning of Sophocles' Antigone?
I would say arrogant and haughty
What does Creon's speech suggest about his values in 'Antigone'?
That he prioritizes law and order is what Creon's speech suggests about his values in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon talks about a city running smoothly because rulers are respected, laws are obeyed and criminals are punished. He seems to value organizations over people. This tentative impression is backed up by subsequent interactions in which Creon shows himself to be completely lacking in people skills.
Which of these values does Creon praise in his initial speech to the Chorus?
In Sophocles Antigone, Creon praises loyalty to the Theban monarchy. He says that the best value is for Thebans to respect the monarchy no matter who the legitimate ruler is.
What does Creon praise in his initial speech to the chorus?
In his initial speech to the chorus, Creon praises the strength and resilience of Thebes, highlighting the city's recovery from recent turmoil. He emphasizes the importance of loyalty and order, asserting that the stability of the state depends on adherence to the law. Creon also expresses his commitment to maintaining peace and prosperity, positioning himself as a strong and decisive leader for the welfare of the city.
What are some ironic quotes in Creon's speech?
"The person who does not break under the law of his king and city will never succeed" This is ironic because creon himself will not bend to the divine order of the gods or any other mans ideals or reasoning
What role does money play in 'Antigone'?
The source of criminal activity to Creon's way of thinking is the role that money plays in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, there is no actual role played by money. There is just the role imagined by Theban King Creon. Creon believes that his powerful enemies bribe people who need money to engage in criminal activity against him and his royal rule.
What values does Creon praise in his initial speech?
In his initial speech, Creon praises values such as loyalty to the state, order, and the importance of laws. He emphasizes the need for unity and stability in governance, asserting that the well-being of the city depends on citizens' adherence to authority and collective responsibility. Additionally, Creon underscores the idea that those who prioritize the state over personal ties or family allegiances embody true patriotism.
Whom does Creon think buried Polyneices in 'Antigone'?
People who do it for money and are in the pay of his enemies are those whom Creon thinks bury Polyneices in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon says that there is opposition to his recent edict on the non-burial of disloyal Theban dead. His opponents have money with which to corrupt others. In Creon's mind, they therefore are the ones who think up the deed, but they pay people who need money to actually do the deed.
