illustrated profile of Antigone staring at the scales of justice

Antigone

by Sophocles

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Creon in Antigone Quiz

Creon is the King of Thebes. He has one tragic flaw: pride. His inability to control his hubris leads to many deaths. Be sure you understand Creon's choices and their consequences by taking the quiz over his character in the classic Greek tragedy Antigone by Sophocles from eNotes.

  1. What punishment for Antigone's disobedience does Creon order?

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  2. How does Creon's wife kill herself?

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  3. True or False: Although he loses everyone he loves, Creon holds on to power

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  4. Of what fate does Tiresias predict for Creon if he remains stubborn?

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  5. To whom does Creon finally listen?

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  6. How is Creon related to Antigone?

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  7. True or False; Creon momentarily listens to Tiresias's warnings

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  8. How long was Creon supposed to rule?

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  9. Who takes their own life right in front of Creon's eyes?

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  10. Why does Creon disown his son?

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