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What does the oracle command the people of Thebes to do?

The oracle commands the people of Thebes to expel an old pollution from the city.

Why does Creon believe they should expel the pollution?

Creon believes they should expel the pollution because it is killing the people of Thebes and there is no cure for it.

How can the pollution be expelled?

The pollution can be expelled through exile or death.

Who was the king before Oedipus?

Laius was the king before Oedipus. Signup and view all the answers

What does Apollo demand in regards to the murder of Laius?

Apollo demands revenge upon the man who killed Laius. Signup and view all the answers

What is the old pollution that the oracle commands to be expelled from Thebes?

The murder of Laius Signup and view all the answers

How does Creon suggest the pollution can be expelled?

By exile or by death Signup and view all the answers

Why does Creon believe blood must answer for blood?

Because a murder brought a deadly plague upon the city Signup and view all the answers

Who was the king of Thebes before Oedipus?

Laius Signup and view all the answers

Who does Apollo demand revenge upon for the murder of Laius?

The man who killed him Signup and view all the answers