Which of these lines from the text best support the answer to Question 2? (Hint: Think about debate on law vs. moral compass)

“Nor would I reckon as my private friend / A public foe, well knowing that the State / Is the good ship that holds our fortunes all: / Farewell to friendship, if she suffers wreck.”

“Elders, the gods have righted one again / Our storm-tossed ship of state, now safe in port. / But you by special summons I convened / As my most trusted councilors;”

“For Polyneices 'tis ordained that none / Shall give him burial or make mourn for him, / But leave his corpse unburied, to be meat / For dogs and carrion crows, a ghastly sight.”

“Eteocles / Who in his country's battle fought and fell, / The foremost champion—duly bury him / With all observances and ceremonies / That are the guerdon of the heroic dead.”

What does the reader conclude about the dialogue in lines 67-79?

This exchange between the sisters advances the plot.

This exchange between the sisters shows each sister's personal opinions as well as establishes the clear opinions of each.

This exchange between the two sisters establishes the recurring theme about morality versus civil disobedience.

Antigone tells Ismene of the new decree stating their brother must remain unburied.

Antigone asks for help from Ismene; Ismene expresses reservations. Antigone refuses to allow Ismene to help.

The Chorus summarizes the activities in Thebes.

Creon publicly declares that Polyneices must remain unburied.

What happens at the conclusion of this excerpt?

Creon declares publicly that the body of Polyneices must remain unburied.

Creon and the chorus summarize the events in Thebes.

Creon declares publicly that the body of Polyneices must be buried.

Creon sentences Antigone to death.

Based on lines 167-182, what prediction can be made about Creon's resolve?

Creon will uphold laws based on principle; this will lead to conflict with Antigone.

Creon will forgive Antigone and allow Polyneices to be buried.

Creon will side with morality over principle.

Antigone will be allowed to bury Eteocoles.

Which statement best explains why Ismene's argument fits the rhetorical appeal from the previous question?

Ismene's use of emotionally-charged language to recall her father's downfall, their mother's death, and the deaths of their brothers is best shown through pathos.

Ismene establishes her own credibility by citing the tragedy she has experienced.

Although Ismene's argument has an emotional response form her sister; her argument is more logical.

Ismene did not use rhetorical choices.

Which statement best describes the conflicting perspectives in the dialogue from lines 90-97?

Ismene doubts Antigone's plan will be successful, but Antigone fiercely stands by her moral principles.

Ismene worries that Antigone will get hurt, but Antigone is confident she will be strong enough to do the job.

Ismene feels hopeless, but Antigone assures her that she will behave honorably.

Ismene argues that Antigone is making their uncle mad, but Antigone explains the Creon is always mad.

What details from lines 90-97 help you to understand the conflicting perspectives in the previous question?

Ismene says the plan is hopeless; but Antigone says she hates Ismene for failing to act with courage.

Antigone shows signs of madness; which Ismene interprets as mourning.

Antigone and Ismene are both worried about Creon's anger.

Ismene feels hopelessness because she lacks the courage to follow; while Antigone will lead their family based on what is best.

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Who does Antigone attribute as being the cause of the family’s misery?

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“For what of pain, affliction, outrage, shame, / Is lacking in our fortunes…”

“I know ‘twas so, and therefore summoned thee / Beyond the gates…”

“…I shall hate thee more / If thou proclaim it not to all the town.”

“…the worst that can befall / Is but to die an honorable death.”

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Antigone

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Who does Antigone attribute as being the cause of the family’s misery?

Creon’s decree that Polyneices remain unburied is mostly based on ____________.

Which of these sentences best describes what has happened to Antigone’s brothers as it is explained in the text?

What do these lines from lines 38-41 most reveal about the tension between Antigone and Ismene?
ISMENE: But how, my rash, fond sister, in such case Can I do anything to make or mar? ANTIGONE: Say, wilt thou aide me and abet? Decide. ISMENE: In what bold venture? What is in thy thought?

What does compulsion mean as it is used by Ismene in lines 63-66?
Therefore I plead compulsion and entreat The dead to pardon. I perforce obey The powers that be. 'Tis foolishness, I ween, To overstep in aught the golden mean.

Which of these statements best describes what Antigone believes will be the consequences of her plan?

Which of these lines from the text best support the answer to Question 6?

Which of these lines from the text best support the answer to Question 2?
(Hint: Think about debate on law vs. moral compass)

Who believes their family is cursed and thinks every imaginable sorrow has been cast upon their family?

Who believes in the law above personal beliefs?

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Antigone

20 questions

Who does Antigone attribute as being the cause of the family’s misery?

Creon’s decree that Polyneices remain unburied is mostly based on ____________.

Which of these sentences best describes what has happened to Antigone’s brothers as it is explained in the text?

What do these lines from lines 38-41 most reveal about the tension between Antigone and Ismene?ISMENE: But how, my rash, fond sister, in such case Can I do anything to make or mar? ANTIGONE: Say, wilt thou aide me and abet? Decide. ISMENE: In what bold venture? What is in thy thought?

What does compulsion mean as it is used by Ismene in lines 63-66?Therefore I plead compulsion and entreat The dead to pardon. I perforce obey The powers that be. 'Tis foolishness, I ween, To overstep in aught the golden mean.

Which of these statements best describes what Antigone believes will be the consequences of her plan?

Which of these lines from the text best support the answer to Question 6?

Which of these lines from the text best support the answer to Question 2?(Hint: Think about debate on law vs. moral compass)

Who believes their family is cursed and thinks every imaginable sorrow has been cast upon their family?

Who believes in the law above personal beliefs?

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What do these lines from lines 38-41 most reveal about the tension between Antigone and Ismene?
ISMENE: But how, my rash, fond sister, in such case Can I do anything to make or mar? ANTIGONE: Say, wilt thou aide me and abet? Decide. ISMENE: In what bold venture? What is in thy thought?

What does compulsion mean as it is used by Ismene in lines 63-66?
Therefore I plead compulsion and entreat The dead to pardon. I perforce obey The powers that be. 'Tis foolishness, I ween, To overstep in aught the golden mean.

Which of these lines from the text best support the answer to Question 2?
(Hint: Think about debate on law vs. moral compass)