Mankind vs the gods Flashcards
1
Q
The reason for the burial of Polynices
“could this be…
A
“could this be the work of the gods?”
2
Q
Sentry seems to be pious
A
The sentry says “dear gods I owe you all my thanks”, showing greater piety than any of the higher-ranking characters
3
Q
Antigone sees not burying the body as going against the gods
The laws she is “not about to…
A
“not about to break them out of fear of some mans wounded pride and face the retribution of the gods “
4
Q
The chorus sing an ode about the power of the gods over mortals
“yours is the power…
A
“yours is the power, zeus, what on earth could override it”
5
Q
Creon undermines the god’s power
“so let her…
A
Creon: “so let her cry for mercy, sing her hymns to Zeus” suggests he feels that they are no threat to him
