Chorus Insights in Antigone

The transcript describes the parados of Antigone, where Antigone exits and the chorus of Theban elders enters, expressing gratitude for the end of the battle. They recount the battle led by Polynices, who was punished by the gods for his hubris. The chorus attributes the victory to divine intervention by Zeus and Ares, emphasizing the importance of the gods in Theban society. Creon, the new king, arrives to hold a meeting, and the chorus reflects on the themes of hubris and divine retribution, providing a pause for the audience to consider the plot and characters.

What event marks the beginning of the parados in Antigone?

• Antigone's departure and the entrance of the chorus

• The celebration of peace

• The arrival of Creon

• The end of the battle

What does the chorus give thanks for in their entrance?

• The return of sunny weather

• The victory of the Theban army

• The arrival of Creon

• The end of the plague

Who led the charge of warriors to invade the city?

• Creon

• Polynices

• Antigone

• Oedipus

What does the chorus leader say about Zeus?

• Zeus hates an arrogant boasting tongue

• Zeus loves a humble heart

• Zeus is indifferent to human affairs

• Zeus supports the Theban army

What is the divine punishment mentioned by the chorus?

• Exile

• Imprisonment

• Loss of wealth

• Death

Which god does the chorus believe aided in the victory?

• Hermes

• Poseidon

• Ares

• Apollo

What does the chorus sing about after the battle?

• The call for justice

• The time to celebrate

• The need for revenge

• The time to mourn

What does the chorus attribute the victory to?

• The bravery of Antigone

• The interference of the gods

• The strategic planning of Creon

• The strength of the Theban army

Who is the new king of Thebes?

• Oedipus

• Polynices

• Creon

• Antigone

What does the arrival of Creon emphasize?

• The power of the Theban army

• The importance of the gods

• The end of the plague

• The need for a new battle