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His compassion, patriotism and proactiveness are Oedipus' qualities that are emphasized in the first scene of "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).

Specifically, Theban King Oedipus demonstrates compassion in his heartfelt concern over the suffering of Thebans. He exhibits patriotism in his dedication to righting whatever wrong his city faces. He manifests proactiveness in anticipating the city's needs and keeping current of developing situations.

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Which of Oedipus qualities are emphasized in Scene 1 of Oedipus Rex?

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The following lists where the scenes begin in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.):1. The prologue runs from the opening lines until Theban King Oedipus' dismissal of the priest of Zeus and the Theban suppliants.2. The first scene runs from the end of the choral ode calling to the gods until the end of Oedipus' interaction with Teiresias the blind prophet.3. The second scene runs from the end of the choral ode confirming Oedipus' innocence until the end of Oedipus' first interaction with Jocasta.4. The third scene runs from the end of the choral ode criticizing insolence until the end of Oedipus' second interaction involving Jocasta.5. The fourth scene runs from the end of the choral ode describing Oedipus' parentage until the end of Oedipus' interaction with the Theban shepherd.6. The fifth scene runs from the end of the choral ode describing Oedipus' disgrace until the end of the play.


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Is Jocasta suggesting seers sometimes make mistakes what happens first in 'Oedipus Rex'?

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