Oedipus is one of the most recognized dramatic figures in Western theatre history. In that way, he is similar to Hamlet or Faust. Even people who have not read the plays in which these characters are present will often know the basic story line. Why are many of us still intrigued over 2,000 years later with the character of Oedipus?
What will be an ideal response?
Students may discuss the ideas of free will and fate-are we truly free to choose our life's path and how much is out of our control? Students may also explore the theme of bad things happening to good people or point to Oedipus's insistence on knowing the truth about himself.
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A. recedes in a monochromatic color scheme where pure red dominates. B. results from combining a warm red with a cooler hue. C. seemed to calm and relax violent children in studies of colors' effects upon the mind and body. D. is the normal value of red. E. None of these answers are correct.
Who was the most popular vocalist of the 30s and 40s?
a. Frank Sinatra b. Bing Crosby c. Ella Fitzgerald d. Peggy Lee
The repertory of secular songs in the Middle Ages is
a. extremely small. b. unknown. c. enormous. d. based upon the music of Hildegard.
Which of the following is not true regarding the term "Jim Crow"?
A. it became synonymous with discrimination against African Americans. B. it was associated with the citified, northern black. C. it has an association with minstrel shows. D. it was the name of a minstrel song.