Women of Troy - Introduction example

Question 1

Topic - Characters in the WOT are all driven and motivated by their sense of duty and obligation. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

Introduction - G

Answer 1

Throughout the 25 centuries since the times of Ancient Greece, duty and obligation have always been considered valuable traits.

Question 2

Introduction - S

Answer 2

Euripides’ thought-provoking and pedagogic tragedy, the Women of Troy, explores the ways in which duty and obligation can influence the morals of others.

Question 3

Introduction - T

Answer 3

Although he spends much of the play celebrating those who are motivated by duty for the benefit of others, he criticizes foolish and egotistical individuals who use duty as a facade to fulfill their personal desires at the cost of others.