Question

Read the following passage spoken by Oedipus and answer the question. 30 POINTS

"Listen to me, and do not be afraid— for this disease infects no one but me."

To what is “this disease” referring?

a) the fact that Oedipus killed his father and married his mother
b)Oedipus’s pride and anger
c)leprosy, which was common at the time
d)Oedipus’s blindness

Answer 1

The answer is a. the fact that Oedipus killed his father and married his mother

Answer 2

The "disease" that Oedipus is referring to is the fact that Oedipus killed his father and married his mother. Oedipus is well aware of his troubles are only his and that he is the only one who can sustain them. This king in disgrace was unable to escape his terrible destiny and has to face the horrible consequences. His power comes to an end.