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What is the main reason why Antigone is considered a milestone in the path towards the formalization of Human Rights?
The acknowledgment of the existence of certain inherent human rights, common to all human beings and superior to any man-made laws.
Who are the siblings of Antigone?
Eteocles, Polinices, and Isemene
Who supports Eteocles in the fight for the throne?
Creon
What are the main highlights of the play Antigone?
Padre Oedipus, rey de Themes, fallece dejando el trono sin un claro heredero. Su descendencia: hermanos Eteocles, Polinices y hermanas Antígona e Isemene. Pelea entre los hermanos para la herencia del trono. Eteocles recibe apoyo de su tío Creon, (h.)
Why is Antigone considered a milestone in the path towards the formalization of Human Rights?
Because it is the first known time that the existence of certain inherent human rights, common to all human beings and superior to any man-made laws, is acknowledged.
What is the significance of Sophocles in relation to the play Antigone?
Sophocles is the author of the play Antigone.
Who is the king in the play Antigone?
Padre Oedipus.
Who supports Eteocles in the fight for the throne?
Tío Creon.
Why Study Antigone? - Quiz on Human Rights and Political Thought
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