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OEDIPUS REX BY SOPHOCLES Past Papers BY PUNJAB UNIVERSITY

OEDIPUS REX BY SOPHOCLES PAST PAPERS 2003 TILL 2019/S


Q. In sophocles hands, European tragedy gains artistic maturity to be followed as a tradition. Analyse the statement. (2019)

Q. 
Why is Oedipus Considered an ideal tragic


hero. Discuss with reference to Aristotelian view of ideal tragic hero. (2019)


Q. Function of chorus in Cedipus Rex.    (2019s Kuwait)

Q. If by fate, we mean something predetermined that must happen, then the hero is turned to a mere puppet in The hands of Devine forces. How would it arouse the emotions of pity and fear if choices are not made of free will? Discuss with reference to Oedipus Rex. (2019supply)


Q. Is it fair for Oedipus to call himself "the worst of
men" (2018)

Q. In sophocles hands, European tragedy gains artistic maturity to be followed as a tradition. Analyse the statement. (2018supply)



Q. Role of fate and free will in Oedipus Rex. (2017)

Q. Is it fair for Oedipus to call Himself "The worst
of men" in Oedipus Rex by Sophocles. (2016)

Q. Role of fate and free will in Oedipus Rex. (2016s)




Comment on the theme of "ungodly pollution" with reference to Sophocles' play "Oedipus Rex".

YEAR 2014
Define Hubris and describe which actions of Oedipus and Jocasta demonstrate Hubris in Oedipus Rex by Sophocle

YEAR 2013
·         Discuss the importance of Creon's character in 'Oedipus Rex'.
·         Discuss the role of fate and freewill in 'Oedipus Rex'.

YEAR 2012
What are the major thematic concerns in 'Oedipus Rex'?

YEAR 2011
Does it seem fair for Oedipus to call himself "the worst of men"? Why or why not?

YEAR 2010
The play Oedipus by Sophocles is very ironical in that it endorses the theme of free will as well as predestination. We eventually come to realize that man is free and yet he is also fated. What are your views?

2009
The play Oedipus Rex ends leaving our vision of Oedipus as a commanding figure very much intact. Discuss.

2008
The character of Oedipus has historically inspires a combination of fascination and repulsion. How would you account for this.

2007
·         Conspicuously Sophocles never suggests that Oedipus has brought his destiny, on himself by any 'ungodly pride' hubris or 'tragic flaw' Hamartia. Do you think he is responsible and to what extent.
·         What is dramatic irony? What instances of dramatic irony do you find in Oedipus Rex? What do they contribute to the effectiveness of the play?

2006
Do you think that hubris plays a significant part in the fall of Oedipus?

2005
What in your opinion is Oedipus 'hamartia' and what is its relevance to the play Oedipus Rex.

2004
Discuss the relationship between man and the gods in Oedipus Rex.

2003

Greek tragedy is generally believed to be a tragedy of fate. Is this 

applicable to Oedipus Rex?


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