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What was your reaction to the sentry in scene 1 of the play Antigone?
In scene 1 of Sophocles' "Antigone," the sentry's arrival brings a mix of anxiety and humor. His nervousness highlights the tension surrounding Creon’s decree against burying Polynices, as he fears punishment for failing to prevent the burial. The sentry's awkwardness and attempts to deflect blame underscore the oppressive atmosphere of Creon's rule and foreshadow the conflict that will arise from Antigone's defiance. Overall, his character adds depth to the themes of loyalty and fear within the play.
How do the sentry's feelings change in scene 2 Do you think that the sentry strongest feelings are for himself or for Antigone?
In scene 2 of "Antigone," the sentry initially feels fearful and anxious about the consequences of failing to uphold Creon's orders, as he worries about his own safety and potential punishment. However, upon capturing Antigone, his feelings shift to a mix of admiration and pity for her defiance. While he respects her courage, the sentry's strongest feelings ultimately seem to be for himself, as his primary concern is avoiding blame and maintaining his own position rather than deeply empathizing with Antigone's plight.
Whom does Creon assemble in the beginning of the first scene?
The Elders, who are the community's wise men, are those whom Theban King Creon assembles in the beginning of the first scene. He makes decisions on his own as the ruler of Thebes. But he needs to keep the Elders informed of his decisions, after if not before the fact.
How does Creon treat Oedipus during the final scene of Oedipus Rex?
Creon exerts authority over Oedipus.
Who has Creon assembled at the beginning of scene 1 in Antigone?
choragus
What was your reaction to the sentry in scene 1 of the play Antigone?
In scene 1 of Sophocles' "Antigone," the sentry's arrival brings a mix of anxiety and humor. His nervousness highlights the tension surrounding Creon’s decree against burying Polynices, as he fears punishment for failing to prevent the burial. The sentry's awkwardness and attempts to deflect blame underscore the oppressive atmosphere of Creon's rule and foreshadow the conflict that will arise from Antigone's defiance. Overall, his character adds depth to the themes of loyalty and fear within the play.
How do the sentry's feelings change in scene 2 Do you think that the sentry strongest feelings are for himself or for Antigone?
In scene 2 of "Antigone," the sentry initially feels fearful and anxious about the consequences of failing to uphold Creon's orders, as he worries about his own safety and potential punishment. However, upon capturing Antigone, his feelings shift to a mix of admiration and pity for her defiance. While he respects her courage, the sentry's strongest feelings ultimately seem to be for himself, as his primary concern is avoiding blame and maintaining his own position rather than deeply empathizing with Antigone's plight.
Whom does Creon assemble in the beginning of the first scene?
The Elders, who are the community's wise men, are those whom Theban King Creon assembles in the beginning of the first scene. He makes decisions on his own as the ruler of Thebes. But he needs to keep the Elders informed of his decisions, after if not before the fact.
How does Creon treat Oedipus during the final scene of Oedipus Rex?
Creon exerts authority over Oedipus.
Who has Creon assembled at the beginning of scene 1 in Antigone?
choragus
What does Haemon want Creon to do in Scene 3?
to release Antigone
What worry does the chorus leader express just before Jocasta's entry in the third scene of 'Oedipus Rex'?
It is worry over the quarrel between Creon and Oedipusthat the chorus leader expresses just before Jocasta's entry in the third scene of "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Oedipus accuses his brother-in-law and royal colleague Creon of conspiring with Teiresias the blind prophet to grab all royal powers for themselves. Creon defends himself, but Oedipus does not accept any of Creon's defenses. The chorus leader interrupts to say that the quarrel needs to end now or it for sure will be ended by Queen Jocasta, Oedipus' wife and Creon's brother.
What is Creon's attitude in the fifth scene of 'Antigone'?
Devastated by his misdeeds is Creon's attitude in the fifth scene of "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon already experiences before his very eyes the horror of his only surviving child, Prince Haemon, try to kill him and then succeed in killing himself. He makes the trip back to the palace. There he receives the news of the suicide of his wife, Queen Eurydice. The messenger says that Eurydice's last words are of blame and curse as far as Creon is concerned. Creon speaks of looking forward to death because of the pain and suffering brought by him to his family and to all Thebes.
Does Creon have a recognition scene in 'Antigone'?
Yes, Creon has a recognition scene in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, a recognition scene allows a character to face up to accidents, commissions, mistakes and omissions. It is foreshadowed by Theban King Creon's relenting on the non-burial of his nephew Polyneices and the capital punishment of his niece, Princess Antigone. It actually takes place when Creon acknowledges how everything that makes his life worth meaning is lost through his own stubbornness, poor choices and offensive acts.
What is the function of Choragos in the third scene of 'Antigone'?
The Choragos is the leader of the chorus. His function in the third scene is to show the good points in the views of both Theban King Creon and Prince Haemon. But at the end, his function also becomes that of pointing out that Creon loses his son's support
How do the characters in scene 4 contribute to the plot of 'Antigone'?
It is by setting in motion and bringing about Creon's reversal that the characters in scene 4 contribute to the plot of "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Teiresias the blind prophet and the Chorus leader are the characters who interact with Theban King Creon in the fourth scene. Teiresias makes Creon's reversal possible by warning him that the mourning that goes around Thebes will come back around to Creon's own household. The chorus leader then puts the reversal in effect by successfully counseling Creon to annul the non-burial edict, bury Polyneices and free Princess Antigone.
What relationship is revealed in the scene between Antigone and Creon in 'Antigone'?
It is the relationship of niece to uncle that is revealed in the scene between Antigone and Creon in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon calls Princess Antigone his closest living blood relative. He describes her as his sister's child. But it is not until Ismene, Antigone's sister and Creon's niece, shows up that Antigone also is identified as Creon's intended daughter-in-law engaged to his only surviving son and heir apparent, Prince Haemon.
