Antigone Review

What are the main characteristics of Antigone as a character?

• Timid, unfaithful, passive, compliant

• Cowardly, disloyal, indecisive, obedient

• Fearless, uncommitted, submissive, obedient

• Brave, loyal, determined, rebellious

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Discuss the theme of civil disobedience in Antigone and how it is portrayed in the play.

• The theme of civil disobedience is portrayed through the conflict between Antigone and Ismene.

• The theme of civil disobedience is portrayed through the love story between Antigone and Haemon.

• The theme of civil disobedience is portrayed through the conflict between Antigone and King Creon.

• The theme of civil disobedience is portrayed through the friendship between Antigone and the Chorus.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What are the major conflicts in Antigone and how do they drive the plot forward?

• Creon and Haemon, power and loyalty

• Tiresias and the Chorus, prophecy and fate

• Antigone and Creon, divine law and human law, individual conscience and state authority

• Antigone and Ismene, love and betrayal

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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

Explain the symbolism of the burial of Polyneices in Antigone.

• The burial of Polyneices symbolizes the importance of family unity and loyalty

• The burial of Polyneices symbolizes the conflict between divine law and human law, as well as the struggle between individual conscience and the state's authority.

• The burial of Polyneices symbolizes the triumph of good over evil

• The burial of Polyneices symbolizes a celebration of life and victory over death

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

How does the historical context of Ancient Greece influence the events and characters in Antigone?

• The historical context of Ancient Greece shapes the values, beliefs, and conflicts depicted in the play.

• The historical context of Ancient Greece has no influence on the events and characters in Antigone.

• The historical context of Ancient Greece only influences the setting of the play, not the characters or events.

• The historical context of Ancient Greece influences the events and characters in Antigone, but in a minor and insignificant way.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Describe the character of Creon and his role in the conflict of Antigone.

• Creon is a stubborn and authoritative character who serves as the antagonist in the conflict of Antigone.

• Creon is a kind and compassionate character who serves as the protagonist in the conflict of Antigone.

• Creon is a humorous and easy-going character who serves as a supportive friend in the conflict of Antigone.

• Creon is a passive and indecisive character who has no role in the conflict of Antigone.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Discuss the theme of fate and free will in Antigone and provide examples from the play.

• The theme of fate and free will is central to the conflict between Antigone and Creon.

• The theme of fate and free will is only relevant to minor characters in the play

• Antigone and Creon do not have any conflict in the play

• The theme of fate and free will is not important in Antigone

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Explain the significance of the chorus in Antigone and how it adds to the overall meaning of the play.

• The chorus in Antigone serves as a collective voice of the people, providing commentary, insight, and moral perspective on the events of the play.

• The chorus in Antigone is only there to provide comic relief and does not contribute to the overall meaning of the play.

• The chorus in Antigone represents the gods and their intervention in the events of the play.

• The chorus in Antigone is just a group of singers with no real significance to the play.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

How does the symbolism of the city of Thebes contribute to the themes and conflicts in Antigone?

• The symbolism of Thebes represents the pursuit of happiness and fulfillment

• The symbolism of Thebes represents the acceptance of authority and obedience

• The symbolism of Thebes represents the struggle for power, the conflict between individual and state, and the consequences of pride and stubbornness.

• The symbolism of Thebes represents the harmony and unity within the community

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What are the major themes in Antigone and how are they developed throughout the play?

• The major themes in Antigone include the conflict between individual conscience and state law, the nature of justice, and the consequences of pride and stubbornness.

• The major themes in Antigone are nature, environment, and sustainability.

• The major themes in Antigone are love, friendship, and loyalty.

• The major themes in Antigone are war, politics, and religion.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2