Antigone Scene 3 and Ode 3

Front

What is Antigone's response to Creon's decree forbidding the burial of her brother Polynices?

Back

She defies it and insists on burying her brother Polynices.

Front

How does the Chorus react to Antigone's decision to defy Creon's orders?

Back

The Chorus reacts with shock and disbelief.

Front

What word means: the acto or offense of speaking negatively about God or sacred things?

Back

blasphemy

Front

What are the consequences of Creon's decree regarding the burial of Polynices?

Back

It leads to Antigone defying the decree and facing the consequences of her actions.

Front

Discuss the conflict between divine and human law as portrayed in this scene. Options: Creon's decision to marry Antigone against the gods' will, Antigone's decision to bury her brother against the king's decree, The chorus' support for Antigone's actions, Antigone's decision to join the army against the king's orders

Back

Antigone's decision to bury her brother against the king's decree

Front

Step 3 in the traits of a Tragic Hero is....

Back

Peripetia

Front

What role does Haemon play in the scene and how does he contribute to the conflict?

Back

Haemon is Antigone's fiancé and he tries to reason with his father, King Creon, to reconsider his decision to execute Antigone.

Front

How is the theme of fate and free will depicted in Antigone Scene 3 and Ode 3?

Back

The conflict between Antigone's determination and the belief in the inevitability of fate

Front

An event that causes great and often sudden damage is a _________________.

Back

calamity

Front

Explain the concept of hubris and how it is demonstrated by Creon in this scene.

Back

Creon demonstrates hubris by refusing to listen to the advice of others and insisting on his own way, even when it goes against the will of the gods.