1. Antigone
Using the criteria established by Aristotle in Poetics, "Antigone" by Sophocles displays the qualities of a tragedy. ... Catharsis is accomplished through the catastrophic consequences of the main character's actions. ... Their father, King Oedipus, has cast himself to exile. ... By the declaration of Creon, their uncle, and King, Polyneices will not have an honorable burial, but will be left to be fed upon by animals. ... The play "Anigone" by Sophocles meets the criteria that would classify it as a Greek tragedy. ...
- Word Count: 1089
- Approx Pages: 4
- Grade Level: High School