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Aristotle’s Poetics, Sophocles’ Oedipus the King and Antigone You must give the full context of EACH quotation: that is, before you quote, state who is talking, to whom they are talking, and what they are talking about. First, write a short paragraph (5-6 sentences) that explains your answer to the question. THEN, LIST 5 quotations (preceded by the context as described above) of VERY important examples throughout the play that illustrate your ideas--be sure to include page numbers in parentheses at the end of the quotation. Then, after each quotation, explain in a sentence or two why you chose that quotation. You must give 5 quotations for each question. 1. What are Oedipus’ major errors in judgment throughout the play? Give 5 quotations. Reread directions. 2, How is Oedipus warned about some of the mistakes he is making? Give 5 quotations. Reread directions 3. In Antigone, what are the causes and consequences of the tragedy? Give 5 quotations. Reread directions 4. What does Aristotle say are the main elements of tragedy? Give 5 quotations. Reread directions