The fate of the tragic characters Oedipus and Jocasta Who is odipus, who is jocasta, what is the story, who is sofocle
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How is prophecy relevant to one or more major theme(s) in the play?
Role of Prophecy in Oedipus the King Prophecy features in Oedipus the King by Sophocles. Focus on the play and discuss: how do prophetic acts operate within the play? How is prophecy relevant to one or more major theme(s) in the play?
How is the imagery of light and darkness used throughout Oedipus the King-How is it related to Oedipus’ blindness?
How is the imagery of light and darkness used throughout Oedipus the King? How is it related to Oedipus’ blindness? What roles do the chorus and choragus assume? Compare their functions in the beginning, middle, and end of the play. “Oedipus is completely fated. He simply has no free choice.” Agree or disagree with this statement. […]
Provide a quote that illustrates the theme or technique at work in that moment. Explain how the quote illustrates the theme or technique Tie back to your thesis
Give an account of what Oedipus is about on the surface Introduce the theme or technique that helps you to see what Oedipus is about on a deeper level Explain in brief what you will discuss in your two body paragraphs Provide your thesis, or argument Paragraph 2: Evidence Start with a topic sentence that […]
