Quiz on Antigone

What does Antigone ask Ismene about at the beginning of the play?

• The new decree of King Creon

• The health of their father

• The fate of their brothers

• The state of the kingdom

What does Antigone say about death?

• It is the worst fate

• It is better than dishonor

• It should be avoided

• It is inevitable

Who does Creon expect to carry out his orders?

• The younger ones

• The old men

• The sentries

• The traitors

What is the Choragos' opinion on supporting lawbreakers?

• It is wise to support them.

• Only a crazy man would support them.

• It is necessary to support them.

• It is honorable to support them.

What was Antigone's reaction when charged with what she had done?

• She denied everything.

• She confessed immediately.

• She ran away.

• She denied nothing.

What does Creon accuse Ismene of?

• Sniffling in the house

• Stealing from the king

• Betraying her family

• Lying to the guards

What is Antigone's response to Creon's accusation about honoring a traitor?

• She agrees with Creon.

• She denies honoring a traitor.

• She says all brothers are equal in blood.

• She apologizes for her actions.

What does the Chorus say about the curse of heaven?

• It is a blessing

• It is free for all

• No pride on earth is free of it

• It is avoidable

How does Creon react to Antigone's defiance?

• He praises her bravery.

• He condemns her actions.

• He ignores her completely.

• He rewards her loyalty.

What does Ismene fear most about defying Creon?

• Dishonor to her family

• Death as punishment

• Losing her sister's love

• Being exiled from the city