Themes and Conflicts in Antigone

The video explores the main themes of the play 'Antigone', focusing on the conflict between Antigone and Creon. Antigone defies Creon's law to honor her brother and the gods, showcasing her devotion to family and divine law. Creon's rigid adherence to his own laws leads to tragic consequences, including the death of his son. The video highlights Antigone's courage and early feminist stance, as well as the tragic outcomes of inflexibility and hubris.

What does Creon order regarding Polynices' body?

• To remain unburied and without funeral rites

• To be sent to another city

• To be cremated

• To be buried with full honors

What is the main theme introduced at the beginning of the video?

• The role of women in society

• The conflict between divine and mortal laws

• The power of love

• The importance of wealth

Why does Antigone believe Creon's law is unjust?

• It is not enforced properly

• It contradicts the laws of the gods

• It favors the rich

• It is too lenient

What does Antigone prioritize over Creon's laws?

• Her wealth

• Her family's honor and the gods' laws

• Her own ambitions

• Her friendship with Ismene

What realization does Creon come to regarding his laws?

• They have pleased the gods

• They have angered the gods

• They are too lenient

• They are perfect

What punishment does Creon face for his actions?

• Exile

• Loss of his son

• Imprisonment

• Public humiliation

What surpasses Antigone's civic duty to the state?

• Her desire for power

• Her devotion to her friends

• Her love for Creon

• Her devotion to her family and the gods

What struggle does Ismene illustrate?

• Between spiritual devotion and loyalty to government

• Between power and submission

• Between love and hate

• Between wealth and poverty

What is Creon's rationale for sentencing Antigone to death?

• She disobeyed his laws

• She tried to flee the city

• She insulted him publicly

• She stole from the treasury

What is Creon's belief about disobeying his laws?

• It is a sign of intelligence

• It is a minor offense

• It results in a just punishment

• It should be rewarded