Antigone scene 4

Ode III - What is the topic of the ode that the Chorus sings about?

• The mighty nature of man

• Love and its impact on humans

• The battle to defend Thebes

• The tragic demise of other characters in Greek myths

How does Choragos feel about Antigone's sentence?

• Their unyielding support for Creon makes them agree with the sentence.

• Their suspicion of Creon makes them think this is unjust and unreasonable.

• Their support for the law makes them obedient, but they are sad about Antigone's fate.

• Their distaste for anarchy makes them think Antigone deserves what she gets.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Find a quote that captures the overall mood of this scene. Remember, mood is the atmosphere or feeling that the audience gets. You can think positive or negative, then get more precise based on the quote you select.

Embed with speaker, listener, and plot clue.

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The Chorus is concerned about what?

• Why Creon is being too harsh.

• If Antigone is doing this for her own glory.

• If the gods will punish Thebes because of Creon's actions.

• If Antigone will try to escape.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

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CCSS.RL.8.10

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Based on what we have read so far, make a prediction for the final scene of the play.

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CCSS.RL.8.7

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What is Antigone's tone regarding her death?

• Welcoming and eager

• Terrified and frightened

• Remorseful and sad

• Furious and outraged

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10