Describe the role and function of the Chorus in “Oedipus Rex.”
Describe the role and function of the Chorus in “Oedipus Rex.” [NU: 2015, 18, 20, 23] ★★★The Chorus is a very important part of Greek tragedy. In “Oedipus Rex” (c. 429 BC) by Sopho...
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Comment on the dramatic irony used by Sophocles in “Oedipus Rex.”
Comment on the dramatic irony used by Sophocles in “Oedipus Rex.” [NU: 2017, 19] ★★★Or, examine Sophocles’ use of dramatic irony in “Oedipus Rex.” [NU: 2022]Dramatic irony occurs w...
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Write a short note on the three unities in Greek plays.
Write a short note on the three unities in Greek plays. [NU: 2023]Greek tragedies were written with strict rules for drama. These rules made plays simple, focused, and believable....
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What was the Oracle’s advice to get rid of the terrible plague?
What was the Oracle’s advice to get rid of the terrible plague? [NU: 2016]Sophocles (c. 496 BCE – 406 BCE) is one of the greatest ancient Greek tragedians. His tragedy “Oedipus Rex...
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Why and how does Oedipus blind himself
Why and how does Oedipus blind himself, and what was its significance? [NU: 2023]Oedipus, the king of Thebes, searches for the truth bravely. He wants to save Thebes from plague. T...
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What logic does Oedipus give for his self-blinding?
What reason or logic does Oedipus give for his self-blinding? [NU: 2015, 19] “Oedipus Rex” (429 BC) by Sophocles (496-406 B.C.) is a well-known tragedy. In this tragedy,...
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Examine Sophocles’ use of dramatic irony in “Oedipus Rex”
Examine Sophocles’ use of dramatic irony in “Oedipus Rex”.
Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows important information that the characters do not. Sophocles (c. 496 BCE –...
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Oedipus Rex Brief Questions
What did the chorus say at the end of the play 'King Oedipus’?/What is the moral lesson in the play "Oedipus Rex"? ✪✪✪
Ans: “No man can be called happy until he dies happily.”
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In What Situation did Oedipus Kill his Father?
In what situation did Oedipus kill his father?
Sophocles’ (c. 496 - 406 BC) “Oedipus Rex” (first performed in c. 429 BC) portrays the tragedy of King Oedipus. In the play, Oedipus...
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How are both Oedipus and Jocasta guilty of pride?
How are both Oedipus and Jocasta guilty of pride?
Sophocles’ (c. 496 - 406 BC) “Oedipus Rex” (first performed in c. 429 BC) portrays the tragedy of King Oedipus. In the play, both...
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Write a short note on the Delphic Oracle
Write a short note on the Delphic Oracle.
The Delphic Oracle was a famous temple in ancient Greece where people went to ask the gods for advice. It was located in Delphi and dedica...
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Write a short note on the Riddle of Sphinx
Write a short note on the Riddle of Sphinx.
The Sphinx was a scary monster in Greek myths. She had a lion’s body, wings, and a woman’s face. She sat near the city of Thebes, block...
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