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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Antigone respond to the first thing that Creon asks her in Part 5?

2. What does Creon tell the Chorus about Antigone in Part 6?

3. In Part 5, Creon tells Antigone that she should go home and do what?

4. In Part 6, what does Creon say about his quarrel with Antigone over Polynices's body?

5. In Part 4, how deeply was Polynices's body buried?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Creon is stunned when he learns that Antigone is his betrayer. He simply cannot comprehend that his son's fiancee would defy him so flagrantly. Even more disconcerting to him, Antigone admits her guilt and, when offered a way out, simply states that a cover-up would do no good since she would just defy his order again. Up to this point, Creon has appeared impersonal and stoic. Does his obvious discomfort at Antigone's confession make him appear more or less human? Support your answer with specific examples from the text.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Greek tragedies also tend to use foreshadowing for dramatic effect. Choose an instance of foreshadowing from the play and describe it and the event it foreshadows. Go into detail about both the event and the instance of foreshadowing, explaining what you think ties them together and why.

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