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Oedipus at Colonus Word Scramble

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Oedipus at Colonus is a tragic play by Sophocles that explores themes of fate, family, and redemption. To delve deeper into the world of this classic Greek tragedy, immerse yourself in a word scramble game that challenges you to unscramble key vocabulary terms related to the play.

  • Unscramble key terms from the play
  • No time limit, but limited number of moves
  • Use spells to get extra moves
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tragedy
Oedipus at Colonus is a classic Greek tragedy written by Sophocles.
oracle
The oracle's prophecy plays a significant role in the plot of Oedipus at Colonus.
fate
The theme of fate and destiny is central to the story of Oedipus at Colonus.
blindness
Oedipus's physical blindness symbolizes his newfound wisdom in Oedipus at Colonus.
sacrifice
The concept of sacrifice is explored through Oedipus's actions in Oedipus at Colonus.
exile
Oedipus's exile from Thebes is a key event that sets the stage for Oedipus at Colonus.
prophecy
The prophecy foretold by the oracle drives the events of Oedipus at Colonus.
catharsis
The emotional release experienced by the audience is a common element in Greek tragedies like Oedipus at Colonus.
hubris
Oedipus's tragic flaw of hubris ultimately leads to his downfall in Oedipus at Colonus.
atonement
Oedipus seeks atonement for his past sins in Oedipus at Colonus.

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