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What is the central theme of Sophocles' play Antigone?

  • Love and betrayal

  • War and peace

  • Power and corruption

  • Loyalty and defiance

Answer

The central theme of Sophocles' play Antigone is loyalty and defiance. The play tells the story of Antigone, who defies the orders of King Creon to give her brother a proper burial. This act of loyalty to her family and defiance of authority leads to a tragic series of events.
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