Oedipus Flashcards
Why was this not possible?
Because his parents had left him to die in the top of a mountain. Also Oedipus’ father had died if natural causes
What was Oedipus foretold to do?
Kill his father and marry his mother?
What were the key points in Oedipus’ speech?
He was asking his people to find the murderer of Laius
He was also saying that the murderer wouldn’t be executed, they would only be banished
Also if anyone was found to have been concealing information they would live a tormented, accursed and friendless life
Who was Tiresias?
A prophet and his skill is knowing everything. His skill is prophecy.
Why was Oedipus angry with Tiresias?
Because he said that Oedipus killed Laius.
Who does Oedipus think the murderer is and why?
Creon because he says that he brought Tiresias here just to lie about the person who killed Laius
What does Jocasta do when she finds out she married her own son?
She hangs herself
What did Oedipus ask Creon to do?
Look after his two daughters, Antigone and Ismene
What does Oedipus do when he finds out he is the killer?
He banishes himself
Why do you think Tiresias is hesitant about telling Oedipus the truth?
Because he doesn’t what him to know that he is the murderer
