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In Oedipus the King, the Chorus functions as the collective voice of the citizens of Thebes. The Odes, sung by the chorus, also exemplify one of Aristotle’s criteria for great tragic theatre: “language enhanced by varying beauties.”
Select one short passage from this week’s reading (You do not have to discuss the entire ode) sung by the Chorus that is rich with beautiful language, and tell why you have chosen this particular passage.
Include the quote and the line numbers of your chosen quote.
Please do not use a passage that someone has already used.
- And please do not Google this. Trust your own intelligence. Find some phrasing that you find to be beautiful.
To submit your post, follow the steps below.
1. Scroll up to the black strip at the top of the screen and click the black “plus” sign inside the white circle. It is located to the right of the course title.
2. In the box that reads “Add title,” type in a title that includes your first name, last name, and the words “Discussion 6 (example: John Hart Discussion 6).
3. Type your response in the text box. Remember that your first post must be at least 150 words in order to receive full credit.
4. Navigate to the right side of the screen and choose the Post Category “Week 3 Discussion.” DO NOT CHANGE ANYTHING UNDER THE BOX THAT READS “CATEGORY STICK.” LEAVE THAT AS IT. (It will read “Select Category.”)
5. Publish the post by clicking the blue button on the right.
6. Please leave a thoughtful reply to the post of one other classmate. Remember that your comments to others should be at least 75 words in order to receive full credit.
