Myth of Oedipus

Prof. J. Fitzgerald
Take Home Final
Unit III: Drama—Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex
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1. In what way does the myth of Oedipus differ from the play?
2. Give an example from the play where Oedipus demonstrates hubris.
3. What is Oedipus’ relationship to Creon?
4. What is the purpose of the chorus in the play?
5. What information do we learn in the exposition?
6. What is the recognition in the play?
7. What is the reversal?
8. How are the three unities employed in the play?
9. How is the 24-hour cycle portrayed in the play?
10. How is dramatic irony employed in the play?

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