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WorksheetsAntigone Scene 3 and Ode 3
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is Antigone's response to Creon's decree forbidding the burial of her brother Polynices?
She asks someone else to bury her brother instead
She agrees with it and obeys Creon's decree
She defies it and insists on burying her brother Polynices.
She ignores it and leaves her brother unburied
How does the Chorus react to Antigone's decision to defy Creon's orders?
The Chorus reacts with joy and approval.
The Chorus reacts with anger and disappointment.
The Chorus reacts with shock and disbelief.
The Chorus reacts with indifference and apathy.
What word means: the acto or offense of speaking negatively about God or sacred things?
brazen
vile
absolve
blasphemy
What are the consequences of Creon's decree regarding the burial of Polynices?
It leads to Creon being hailed as a hero
It results in Polynices being honored with a grand funeral
It causes the citizens to rebel against Creon's rule
It leads to Antigone defying the decree and facing the consequences of her actions.
Discuss the conflict between divine and human law as portrayed in this scene.
Creon's decision to marry Antigone against the gods' will
Antigone's decision to bury her brother against the king's decree
The chorus' support for Antigone's actions
Antigone's decision to join the army against the king's orders
Step 3 in the traits of a Tragic Hero is....
Anagnorisis
Nemesis and Catastrophe
Peripetia
The mistake
What role does Haemon play in the scene and how does he contribute to the conflict?
Haemon is a messenger who delivers bad news to Antigone
Haemon is a servant who helps King Creon in executing Antigone
Haemon is a soldier who fights against Antigone
Haemon is Antigone's fiancé and he tries to reason with his father, King Creon, to reconsider his decision to execute Antigone.
How is the theme of fate and free will depicted in Antigone Scene 3 and Ode 3?
The theme of fate and free will is not depicted in Antigone Scene 3 and Ode 3
Antigone's determination is not in conflict with the belief in the inevitability of fate
The theme of fate and free will is only depicted in Antigone Scene 3, not in Ode 3
The conflict between Antigone's determination and the belief in the inevitability of fate
An event that causes great and often sudden damage is a (a) .
Explain the concept of hubris and how it is demonstrated by Creon in this scene.
Creon demonstrates hubris by seeking guidance from the gods and respecting their will
Creon demonstrates hubris by being humble and open to the advice of others
Creon demonstrates hubris by refusing to listen to the advice of others and insisting on his own way, even when it goes against the will of the gods.
Creon demonstrates hubris by admitting his mistakes and apologizing for his actions
What is the significance of Antigone's defiance in the context of the play's themes?
Antigone's defiance is only about seeking personal revenge
Antigone's defiance highlights the themes of civil disobedience, loyalty to family, and the conflict between divine and human law.
Antigone's defiance is a symbol of obedience and conformity
Antigone's defiance has no significance in the context of the play's themes
True or False: Mrs. Johnson is a subordinate to the superintendent at Bloom Trail.
True
False
How does the Chorus's perspective on Antigone's actions evolve throughout the scene?
The Chorus's perspective evolves from support to betrayal.
The Chorus's perspective evolves from confusion to anger.
The Chorus's perspective evolves from condemnation to sympathy.
The Chorus's perspective evolves from indifference to admiration.
Piety means...
extremely unpleasant
set or declare
the quality of being religious
the passionate expression of grief
