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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What was Jonas doing when he discovered Antigone covering Polynices's body?
2. Why can't Antigone finish what she is doing with Jonas at the end of Part 6?
3. In Part 5, what does Creon say about the ritual of burial?
4. What does Creon say will happen if Antigone succeeds in burying Polynices?
5. In Part 5, how does Creon respond to Antigone's accusation after he explains the reason behind his actions?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Symbolism is usually a vital part of plot development and is a commonly used literary device. True to form, symbolism is an important part of "Antigone." Describe what the following items represent and why:
A. The shovel Antigone uses to bury Polynices body.
B. Antigone's dog.
C. Antigone's letter.
Essay Topic 2
Jonas seems to play a dual role. He is both accuser and confessor. He is torn between his terror of and loyalty to Creon and his sympathy for Antigone. What actions show his loyalty toward Creon? What actions show his sympathy for Antigone? What makes him ultimately choose to side with Creon? Why?
Essay Topic 3
At the end of the play, only Creon remains. He has lost everything but the crown he fought so hard to retain. He mentions that all of his dead loved ones are sleeping, and it must be good to sleep. What do you think Creon means by this statement? Is he expressing remorse, grief, guilt, or some combination? Do you think he sees what is really important now that he has lost it? Is there a lesson to be learned in his final scene? If so, what is it? If not, what purpose do you think his final scene serves?
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