Antigone flashcard 2

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Who does Creon accuse of taking a bribe?

Back

Creon accuses the Sentry and Teiresias of taking a bribe.

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Who is named a traitor to Thebes and not allowed to be buried?

Back

Polyneices is named a traitor to Thebes and is not allowed to be buried.

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What is a story or work that is written to be acted out in front of an audience?

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A drama is a story or work that is written to be acted out in front of an audience.

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Who is the protagonist of the play who buries her brother, Polyneices?

Back

Antigone is the protagonist who buries her brother, Polyneices.

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Which character tells Creon to listen to him regardless of his age?

Back

Haimon tells Creon to listen to him regardless of his age.

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What is the main conflict in Antigone?

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The main conflict in Antigone is between individual moral duty and state law.

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What does Antigone represent in the play?

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Antigone represents loyalty to family and moral integrity.

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What is Creon's role in the play?

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Creon is the king of Thebes and represents the law and order of the state.

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What is the significance of burial in Antigone?

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Burial is significant as it represents respect for the dead and the conflict between divine law and human law.

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Who are the two brothers involved in the conflict that leads to the events of Antigone?

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The two brothers are Eteocles and Polyneices.