Unit 2 Practice Test

Front

What is the primary conflict in Antigone?

Back

Antigone must choose between obeying Creon’s law and honoring her brother.

Front

What does Antigone imply by saying, 'the laws of the gods mean nothing to you'?

Back

Ismene believes human laws are superior to divine laws.

Front

What does the word 'craven' mean?

Back

A coward.

Front

What literary device is used in the phrase 'a sweet treasure for carrion birds to find'?

Back

Metaphor.

Front

What does Ismene’s statement about women reveal about her character?

Back

She believes women are powerless against authority.

Front

Define the term 'tragic hero' in literature.

Back

A tragic hero is a character who makes a judgment error that inevitably leads to their own destruction.

Front

What is the significance of the character Antigone in Greek tragedy?

Back

Antigone represents the struggle between individual conscience and state law.

Front

Explain the concept of 'hubris' in Greek literature.

Back

Hubris is excessive pride or self-confidence that leads to the downfall of a character.

Front

What role does fate play in the story of Antigone?

Back

Fate is a central theme, suggesting that characters are bound to their destinies regardless of their actions.

Front

What is the meaning of 'catharsis' in the context of Greek tragedy?

Back

Catharsis is the emotional release experienced by the audience, often through pity and fear.