Antigone Scene 3

Who is Haemon

• Creon's son and Antigone's fiancé

• Creon's nephew

• The one who buried Polyneices

• Antigone's sister

What actions does Haemon take to show his loyalty to Antigone in scene 3?

• He defends her and argues with King Creon

• He betrays her and supports King Creon

• He ignores her and stays neutral

• He leaves the city and abandons her

How does Creon's stubbornness and pride contribute to the tragic events in scene 3?

• Creon's stubbornness and pride have no impact on the tragic events

• Creon's stubbornness and pride lead him to make decisions that ultimately result in tragic consequences.

• Creon's stubbornness and pride lead to positive outcomes

• Creon's stubbornness and pride make him a hero

What are some examples of foreshadowing of tragic events in scene 3?

• Warnings from the gods

• Isolation of Antigone

• Haemon's love for Antigone

• Creon's stubbornness, Antigone's determination, and warnings from the Chorus

Explain Haemon's arguments to Creon regarding Antigone's punishment and how it reflects his loyalty to her.

• Haemon argues that Antigone's actions were motivated by love and duty to her family, and that her punishment is unjust. He also warns Creon that the people of Thebes sympathize with Antigone, reflecting his loyalty to her.

• Haemon argues that Antigone's actions were motivated by selfishness and disobedience, and that her punishment is justified. He also warns Creon that the people of Thebes are against Antigone, reflecting his loyalty to her.

• Haemon argues that Antigone's actions were motivated by revenge and hatred, and that her punishment is necessary. He also warns Creon that the people of Thebes are in support of her punishment, reflecting his loyalty to her.

• Haemon argues that Antigone's actions were motivated by greed and ambition, and that her punishment is fair. He also warns Creon that the people of Thebes are indifferent towards Antigone, reflecting his loyalty to her.

Discuss the significance of Creon's refusal to listen to the advice of others in scene 3.

• Creon's refusal to listen to the advice of others highlights his flexibility and adaptability.

• Creon's refusal to listen to the advice of others indicates his willingness to consider different perspectives.

• Creon's refusal to listen to the advice of others demonstrates his arrogance and stubbornness.

• Creon's refusal to listen to the advice of others shows his humility and open-mindedness.

How does the conversation between Haemon and Creon foreshadow the tragic events to come?

• By highlighting the conflict between their opposing beliefs and values, as well as the growing tension and defiance from Haemon towards Creon's authority.

• By depicting Haemon and Creon agreeing on every decision and being supportive of each other

• By portraying Haemon and Creon as indifferent towards each other's opinions and beliefs

• By showing Haemon and Creon reconciling and finding common ground

What role does Haemon's loyalty to Antigone play in the development of the plot in scene 3?

• It has no impact on the plot development

• It leads to Antigone's support for King Creon

• It strengthens the bond between Haemon and King Creon

• It creates conflict with King Creon

WHAT DOES CREON DECIDE TO DO WITH ANTIGONE?

• Lock her in a vault far away

• Kill her immediately

• Give her a promotion

• Save her since his son is devastated

Which word best describes Creon in this scene?

• stubborn

• loyal

• sympathetic

• reasonable