Question

Hello! This is a question from the Greek tragedy "Antigone."

Why does Haimon attack his father with a sword when they meet in the cavern?

A. Sorrow has driven Haimon to kill himself.
B. Love has inspired Haimon to protect Antigone.
C. Pride has persuaded Haimon that the king must die.
D. Grief has destroyed Haimon's reason.

Answer 1

Have you read the book?

Answer 2

Yes, I have read the book. I think the answer is either A. or D.

Answer 3

I was going to go with A. but now I am not sure. :(

Answer 4

Okay, now that you have narrowed them down I can help! So Haimon probably wouldn't kill himself, but maybe he would kill someone else. If you think about it he probably isn't thinking at this point in the book.

Answer 5

Hmm ... Seems like its leading up to D.

Answer 6

I believe that is the answer :)

Answer 7

But there's also B.

Out of curiosity, have you read the tragedy?

Answer 8

Yes I have :)

Answer 9

Okay, I will go with D. I will let you know if it is correct when I finish answering the remaining questions!

Answer 10

Did you get it right?

Answer 11

Was it right? XD

Answer 12

B. Love has inspired Haimon to protect Antigone. is the right one

Answer 13

Was that correct?

Answer 14

@NotSoSmartyPantsHere

Answer 15

Do you know what the correct answer is?

Answer 16

Is it B?

Answer 17

No. It is D

Answer 18

Or D?

Answer 19

Ok thank you!

Answer 20

u are very welcome