What is the function of the sentry in Scene I of the play?
A.
to challenge the king's authority

B.
to accept punishment for delivering bad news

C.
to praise Antigone's actions

D.
to report events that happen away from the stage

Question

What is the function of the sentry in Scene I of the play?
A.
	to challenge the king's authority
	
 
B.
	to accept punishment for delivering bad news
	
 
C.
	to praise Antigone's actions
	
 
D.
	to report events that happen away from the stage

anonymous · Answer

D. To report events that happen away from the stage.
The sentry only comes to report happens the audience does not see. Though he does take punishment that is not his purpose here.