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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. The prophet cautions Creon and the actions he has taken, saying that he is on the edge of __________.

2. The Chorus assures Antigone in her situation that she will have a peaceful ___________.

3. Haemon insists that all men can learn from any who can ____________, when talking to his father.

4. The Chorus compares Antigone to ___________, a princess who was imprisoned for an act she might commit.

5. Even though Creon believes himself to be right, he will not fight _____________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the Chorus lament in relation to Antigone's story and to the story of the princess?

2. Why is Creon happy that Haemon's fascination with Antigone seems to be fading?

3. What does Antigone ask all to see her as when she is standing in front of everyone?

4. What does the Messenger have to say about fate at the start of this scene of the play?

5. What is the other story of jealousy that the Chorus relates to the audience within this ode, regarding the king and his first wife?

6. To whom does this Chorus compare Antigone in this ode and why?

7. What does love have the power over, according to this ode in the play?

8. Who is the goddess of love and of beauty who the Chorus thinks also enjoys watching the foolishness of man?

9. What does Creon pity in some men after talking with Haemon about their relationship?

10. What does the Messenger say about the grief that the queen must be feeling after the events which took place?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The physical violence that takes place in Antigone is hard to avoid. From the beginning of the story to the end, death happens and swiftly.

Part 1: Why do you think that Antigone killed herself in the end?

Part 2: Why do you think that Haemon killed himself in the end?

Part 3: Why do you think the queen killed herself in the end?

Essay Topic 2

The death of a brother has to be a terrifying ordeal for anyone to deal with, no matter the circumstances and the aftermath.

Part 1: Why do you think that Ismene isn't as concerned about Polyneices' burial?

Part 2: Why do you think Antigone feels so strongly that Polyneices be buried?

Part 3: Do you think Antigone was right in making the decision to bury Polynceices? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Fate seems to be a large character in and of itself, causing characters to do things and to not do things in accordance to it.

Part 1: Why do you think the characters in the play are not willing to do things to interfere with fate?

Part 2: Which character(s) seem most likely to ignore what might be considered to be fate? Why?

Part 3: Do you believe in the idea of fate? Why or why not?

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