How does Haemon react when he hears the news of his father’s order? he tries to convince him to change his mind
by giving him info to be more open minded
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What reasons does Haemon give as he tries to convince Creon to change his mind about executing Antigone what reasons does Creon give for not changing his mind?
Creon’s son, Haemon, reasons with his father to change his mind and free Antigone in order to avoid offending those citizens who side with her.
Creon rejects his son’s advice fiercely and threatens to kill Antigone right
in front of him.
How does Haemon persuade Creon?
The chorus and the audience can see this, but Creon cannot. Haemon tries to convince Creon to spare Antigone’s life
by telling of him of the restless mood of the people
.
How does Haemon try to persuade Creon to change is position?
How does Haemon try to persuade his father to change his position? Haemon reports that
the citizens of Thebes feel that Creon’s punishment is wrong
. … Creon believes that if he changes his min to satisfy his own son that the people of Thebes… Will think that he is too weak to even rule his own child.
What are the things is Haemon attempting to suggest to Creon?
Haemon tactfully suggests that
public opinion is against Creon
, and hints that there could be a rebellion. He also cites the importance of being flexible, and asks Creon to change his mind (681-723). Father and son have an angry stichomythy, with Haemon urging the importance of public opinion and divine law.
What is Creon’s greatest fear?
Creon’s greatest fear is:
War
.
Angering the gods
.
Why does Antigone accuse Creon of slighting his own son?
why does antigone accuse creon of slighting his own son? she accuses
him because creon dosent respect or listen to him
. and because hes sentencing his fiancé to death.
Who else tries to persuade Creon he is wrong?
What does the leader of the Chorus (Choragos) say to help convince Creon that he was wrong?
Teiresias
is never wrong.
What prejudices does Creon reveal?
What prejudices does Creon reveal? Creon reveals
his rigidity and insecurity
when he tells his son Haemon “the way to behave: subordinate / Everything else, my son, to your father’s will.” Creon demands blind obedience and filial devotion from his son simply because he is Haemon’s father.
What is Haemon’s main argument?
Even so, Haemon’s arguments with Creon are
rational
. He says that reason is a gift of the gods, and he cautions Creon against being single-minded and self-involved, noting that there is no such thing as a one-man city. He asserts that everyone has to give way somewhat, listen, and change, and that no one is infallible.
What is the relationship between Creon and Haemon?
Antigone’s father Oedipus died, which left the throne of Thebes open to his two sons Polyneices and Eteocles. A battle ensued between the brothers, leaving them both dead. Since women were unable to hold power, Antigone’s Uncle Creon was named King. Creon’s son Haemon happened to be
engaged to Antigone
.
What does Haemon threaten to do if Antigone’s killed?
What does Haemon threaten to do if Antigone dies?
He threatens that even when antigone is dead she will take him down with her and he will not be able to rule anymore.
What lesson does Creon learn from this experience?
What lesson does Creon learn from this experience? Creon learns
that his kingship is the most important thing
. Creon learns that only Ismene was a loyal subject to him. Creon learns that his pride destroyed his entire family.
Who is Tiresias what happens when he comes to talk to Creon?
Tiresias tells him
that his refusal to bury Polynices and his punishment of Antigone for the burial will bring the curses of the gods down on Thebes
. Hearing this, Creon curses Tiresias, calling him a false prophet who traffics in poor advice and rhetoric.
What does Ismene do when she is brought before Creon?
What does Ismene do when she is brought before Creon?
She tries to take some of the blame for burying Polyneices
. What does Ismene argue about with Antigone to try to convince Creon not to kill her. That Antigone is Haemon’s betrothed, and thus Creon’s future daughter -in-law.
Why does Haemon argue with his father?
Haemon proceeds to disagree with his father and
argues for justice, individual rights, and the gods’ authority
. After realizing that his father will not budge on his decision to punish Antigone, Haemon vows that he will die if Antigone loses her life. … Haemon pleads with his father to spare Antigone’s life.
