Oedipus Rex Questions on Scene 1
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Chorus and Choragos in Oedipus Rex
In Oedipus Rex, the Choragos, leader of the Chorus, plays a crucial role by guiding the narrative and offering wisdom. He interacts with main characters, urging moderation and truth, and specifically...
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What is the priest doing at the start of Oedipus Rex?
The Priest is at Oedipus' altar to pray. His furtive prayers puzzle Oedipus. He asks him: "Why here and kneels, what preys upon you so? / Some sudden fear? some strong desire?" (1.1.11-12).
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Who says "With threats and warrants this long while, the wretch... But soon shall prove a Theban, native born" in...
Teiresias tells Oedipus that he is the murderer of King Laius and the cause of the plague on Thebes by virtue of his actions. When Oedipus confronts him about this, Teiresias identifies him as being...