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Antigone the Fool
Throughout the play Antigone, a reader might have mixed views on the main character Antigone. Some could conclude that Antigone is a character to be admired and honored: however she is foolish and too proud. While reading the play a reader could notice these traits. First Antigone could be considered foolish because she was impulsive and did not think her actions through. Next, Anitgone could be seen as too proud because she bragged about disobeying the law. Finally, Antigone could be viewed as a fool because she didn't consider the wishes of others. Although there are mixed feelings and views on Antigone and her decisions, she is a fool and is no better than her uncle Creon.
First, Antigone should be considered a fool because she is an impulsive, fast acting person and did not think her actions through. During the events in the play Antigone was quick to decide what her actions would be. She did not think her thoughts through and weigh the consequences......

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