Antigone quote and question #2

"I think, for what my young opinion's worth,
That, good as it is to have infallible wisdom,
Since this is rarely found, the next best thing
Is to be willing to listen to wise advice" (page 145 Lines 718-722).


Do you think that infallible wisdom exists? How would Creon's future and the futures of the other characters have been different if Creon had been willing to listen to his advisors?

Antigone quote and question

"Often the thoughts of those who plan dark deeds
 Betray themselves before the deed is done.
The criminal who being caught still tries
To make a fair excuse, is damned indeed."

page 139

Do you agree with this statement made by Creon? Why or why not? Possibly relating to Crime and Punishment?

Music Tuesday - 10/6/15

Queen - “We Are The Champions”

I've paid my dues

Time after time.

I've done my sentence

But committed no crime.

And bad mistakes ‒

I've made a few.

I've had my share of sand kicked in my face

But I've come through.

(And I need just go on and on, and on, and on)

We are the champions, my friends,  

And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end.

We are the champions.

We are the champions. 

No time for losers

'Cause we are the champions of the world.

I've taken my bows

And my curtain calls

You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it  

I thank you all

But it's been no bed of roses,

No pleasure cruise.

I consider it a challenge before the whole human race

And I ain't gonna lose.

(And I need just go on and on, and on, and on)

We are the champions, my friends,

And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end.

We are the champions.

We are the champions.

No time for losers

'Cause we are the champions of the world.

  

We are the champions, my friends,

And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end. 

We are the champions.

We are the champions.

No time for losers

'Cause we are the champions.

1. This is an example of a hyperbole. They are not literally champions of the whole world but are exaggerating their accomplishments to emphasize to the listeners how significant their achievements are. 

2. The diction by Queen in these lines convey their feelings and tone. They believe that the challenges they have faced are very difficult but they also express their determination and will to win. 

3. In these three phrases there is a clear amount of pride or hubris shown. It sounds very arrogant and cocky.