Darius Flashcards
1
Q
Darius’ power
A
intimidates the chorus
he is amazed at Xerxes’ expedition to Greece and by his bridging of the Hellespont
2
Q
Sorrow
A
like other characters, he expresses sorrow at deaths of so many Persians and recognises that the gods are partly responsible
3
Q
who does he blame?
A
youth and greed of xerxes
able to predict Persian defeat at battle of Plataea in 479BC
gentle advice to Atossa creates image of family unit
