1. Compare and contrast Creon and Antigone. Analyze their differences and similarities. Also discuss how their characters intertwine and feed each other. How does their conflict form the structure of the play as a whole? How do their personalities and conflicts form the central themes of the play. Who is the hero of the play? Use specific lines (quotations) from the play to support your observations.
Pre-writing: Steps to follow before you start on your first draft.
1. Make a T-chart showing the differences between the two characters. Then jot down a few similarities. Choose one important similarity and two important differences. Look for quotations to show these similarities and differences. Make an outline for your essay. Write a thesis statement.