AP English Literature Period 3

1. Finish the characterization assignement. Then, Re-read Oedipus up to page 47. 1. How did Oedipus come to kill Lauis? What event, that is, prompted him to leave Corinth and arrive in Thebes? 2. What is significant or why is it significant that Laius was killed where three roads meet? 3. How does Jocaste think that she outsmarts Apollo, the god of the Oracle? 4. On page 33, Creon gives a powerful retort to Oedipus in which he explains why he would not need to overtake Oedipus' throne. What does Creon say? Why is his argument (claim) so impressive? 5. At what point in the play can you tell that the table are indeed changing for Oedipus? 6. Style: Select a line from either Creon, Oedipus or Jocaste that you like because it sounds wonderful or is memorable. Write it down!