Curated OER
Antigone Questions
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 6 short answer and essay questions based on Antigone by Sophocles.
Curated OER
Antigone Theme of Fate and Free Will
In this reading comprehension activity, students respond to 2 short answer and essay questions based on the themes of fate and freewill in Antigone. Students may also complete their choice of 3 reading activities suggested.
Curated OER
Sophocles' Antigone: Ancient Greek Theatre, Live from Antiquity
Students analyze Antigone and its universal issues as well as explore ancient Greece. In this Antigone and Ancient Greece instructional activity, students read and complete activities for Sophocles' Antigone. Students reconstruct the...
Curated OER
Greek Theatre
In this literature worksheet, students identify and locate vocabulary terms and names related to the Greek Theatre. There are 24 words/names located in the puzzle.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Internet Classics Archive: Works by Sophocles
The seven plays by Sophocles written out and followed by commentary. No biographical information is given.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Internet Classics Archive: Oedipus the King by Sophocles
This site provides the entire text of "Oedipus the King" by Sophocles, translated by Storr. Includes the ability to download a text-only version.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Internet Classics Archive: Medea (Euripides)
MIT offers an online version of the classical play "Medea" by the Greek playwright Euripides.
The Best Notes
The Best Notes: Oedipus Rex / Oedipus the King by Sophocles
This is an online study guide for the classical play Oedipus Rex / Oedipus the King by Sophocles including author information, literary elements, scene summaries/notes, study questions, and analysis.
Eserver
E Server: Drama Collection: Electra by Sophocles
Read the entire tragic episode in the story of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra's family play at this Iowa State University EServer site.
Other
Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1: Dramatic Justice [Pdf]
In this instructional activity unit, young scholars investigate how justice is perceived and addressed in different cultures and times by examining literature from around the world. Texts examined include: The Tragedy of Romeo and...
Grade Saver
Grade Saver: Antigone by Sophocles
This is an online study guide for the classical play Antigone by Sophocles including author information, literary elements, scene summaries/notes, study questions, and analysis.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Live From Antiquity!
Intended to accompany a reading of Sophocles' _Antigone_, "Live From Antiquity!" provides framework for teaching the "cultural and historical context of Greek drama and its role in Greek society."
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Sophocles
A discussion of the writings of Sophocles, in particular Antigone, and the theme of the conflict between personal and political matters.
PBS
Pbs: Oedipus the King: An Introduction to Greek Drama
One of the main objectives for this lesson is for students to gain an insight into Greek tragedy. This site features a detailed lesson plan.
Other
Sophocles: The Man and His Plays
In addition to the usual biographical material and links to English translations of his plays, this includes a long discussion of "Oedipus the King," Sophocles' most famous work.
TheatreHistory.com
Theatre history.com: Sophocles and His Tragedies
This site provides a complete biography of Sophocles reprinted from a drama history book. Includes his innovations in ancient theater and his achievements as an artist.
Other
Theatre and Drama in Ancient Greece
Brief description of how societal traditions developed into theater in Ancient Greece. Includes well-known playwrights and plays as well as links to comprehensive information within and outside of the site.
Eserver
E Server: Drama Collection: The Plays of Sophocles
Full text of Sophocles' plays is available here, with easy printing and emailing functions.
Able Media
Classics Technology Center: For Oedipus the King
This site provides a study guide to aid in the reading of "Oedipus the King" by Sophocles. Contains questions for consideration, links to outside information, and footnotes to help enhance knowledge.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Sti Lesson 23: The Poetry of Jim Morrison
This instructional activity is designed to help young scholars recognize how lyrics by the rock-poet Jim Morrison connect with themes from diverse and respected traditional works. While William Blake's influence on Morrison is often...
Other
Revista Eletronica: Grecia Antiga (In Portuguese)
A comprehensive collection of digital artifacts and articles on Greek culture from antiquity to modernity. Many aspects of Greece's development, from philosophy, mathematics, writings, medicine to language, are covered. Check out "Quid...
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Antigone
In this unit, you will be studying a great Greek tragedy Antigone, written by one of the three most famous tragedians, Sophocles. Included are games to help review, background information on Greek culture, a list of characters, a...
Bibliomania
Bibliomania: Oedipus, King of Thebes
Read Sophocles's famous play, "Oedipus Rex," also known as "Oedipus the King" or "Oedipus, King of Thebes." This website is organized into four sections: "Preface," "Characters in the Play," "Argument," and "'Oedipus Rex': The Play."
Other
Ancient Greek Theatre: Sophocles
A personal site on Greek theatre with a brief biography of Sophocles, along with a short list of his works and summaries of each.