Antigone Characters Flashcard

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Who is the protagonist of the play "Antigone"?

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Antigone is the protagonist of the play, known for her strong moral convictions and determination to bury her brother, Polynices.

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Who is the mother of Haemon?

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Eurydice is the mother of Haemon, who is engaged to Antigone.

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Who said the quote: "I have known sorrow. Tell me everything."?

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Eurydice said this quote, expressing her grief and desire to understand the situation.

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Which character is the king of Thebes in "Antigone"?

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Creon is the king of Thebes, who enforces the law against burying Polynices.

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Which character is engaged to Antigone?

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Haemon is engaged to Antigone and is the son of Creon.

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What is the central conflict in "Antigone"?

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The central conflict is between Antigone's moral duty to her family and Creon's law as the ruler of Thebes.

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Who are the siblings of Antigone?

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Antigone's siblings are Ismene, Polynices, and Eteocles.

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What is Creon's decree regarding Polynices?

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Creon decrees that Polynices should not be buried because he is considered a traitor.

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What is the significance of the character Tiresias in the play?

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Tiresias is a blind prophet who warns Creon about the consequences of his actions.

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What role does Ismene play in the story?

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Ismene is Antigone's sister who initially hesitates to help Antigone defy Creon's orders.