Antigone Prologue & Scene 1 Review

What happened to Eteolces and Polyneices?

• They tried to overthrow Creon.

• The both died in a battle against each other.

• They both died fighting for their country Thebes.

• Antigone tried to overthrow them and become queen.

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Why will Creon not allow the burial of Polyneices?

• Creon doesn't understand proper burial rights.

• Eteocles was always Creon's favorite.

• Creon thinks he is a traitor for causing a battle in their country.

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Which of the following is NOT a correct characterization of Antigone in the prologue (how the text portrays her AND how others describe her)?

• brave

• foolish

• loyal

• indecisive

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How is Ismene characterized in the prologue?

• weak and submissive

• strong-willed

• brave

• confused

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How does Antigone feel towards Ismene in the prologue?

• Angry that Ismene won't help her honor their brother

• Afraid for Ismene's future

• Desperate for Ismene to help so that she isn't alone

• Relieved that Ismene agrees to help her

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What is the role of the chorus at the end of the prologue?

• The chorus provides a beautiful song to keep the audience entertained before scene 1 begins.

• The chorus summarizes the battle that was fought and lets readers know how the people of Thebes are feeling.

• The chorus comments on their opinion of Antigone and Ismene's conflict.

• The chorus argues about whether or not Antigone should bury Polyneices.

How is Creon characterized in scene 1?

• angry and impatient

• anxious and nervous

• careless

• calm and peaceful

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How is the sentry characterized in scene 1?

• Confident and brave

• Scared

• Excited

• Confused

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According to the chorus, what can man NOT overcome?

• death

• the natural world

• himself

• the king

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What is the chorus's message about the law?

• We must obey the gods' laws above the county's laws.

• We must listen to ourselves and what our hearts tell us to do.

• Every situation is different.

• We must obey the laws of the country because that is what the gods would want.

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