Scene 5 Flashcards
Antigone
What news does the messenger bring during the exodus?
The messenger tells the Chorus and Eurydice (Creon’s wife) that Haimon has killed himself after finding Antigone dead.
How did Antigone die?
She hanged herself in the tomb where she was imprisoned.
What was Haimon’s reaction to Antigone’s death?
He tried to kill Creon, failed, and then took his own life out of grief and anger.
What happened to Eurydice after hearing about Haimon’s death?
She quietly leaves and kills herself, cursing Creon for the deaths of their son and others.
How does Creon react to the deaths of his family?
He is devastated, realizes his stubbornness caused the tragedy, and begs for death.
What message does the chorus deliver at the end of the play?
Wisdom and reverence for the gods are essential, and pride leads to ruin- suffering teaches wisdom.
What is the major theme in the Exodus?
The dangers of pride (Hubris) and the importance of obeying divine law over human law.
