n Enemy of the People 1. The play's title title is just altogether ironic. Dr. Stockmann, the man disgraced with this label, is only trying to help the people on both a small scale, the health of the town; but also on a large scale, the growing popularity of the baths with tourists. Dr. Stockmann's growing popularity at the beginning of the story further enhances the irony of the play's title. An "enemy" is someone who is hated not loved and toasted as a friend of the people, like Dr. Stockmann was so many times. The townsfolk quickly turn on him, however, when they discover how much it will cost to fix the baths. In the end Dr. Stockmann embraces his title as "enemy of the people" though he does nothing to deserve it. Dr. Stockmann seems …show more content…
Oedipus thinks Creon conspired with Teiresias behind his back. He believes they are framing him for the murder of Laius and accuses Creon of treason which means he will be kicked out the city. 6. Before Teiresias exits, he predicts that Oedipus will be a sibling to his own children, and a son to his own wife. He also tells Oedipus that Laius was the man whom Oedipus killed on the road. Oedipus does not believe the words of Teiresias, and he is angered by Oedipus's insolence. 7. After Queen Jocasta recounts the story of her late husband's death, Oedipus realizes he killed Laius on the grievous day. 8. Long ago Oedipus had a cursed placed on him that said he would kill his father and then sleep with his mother. After receiving news that King Polybus, the alleged father of Oedipus, had passed from old age, Queen Jocasta was relieved for Oedipus was clear of any harm or guilt. 9. The Messenger tells Oedipus that Polybus is not his real father, he was adopted. He goes on to say that a man handed over baby Oedipus. Queen Jocasta gets upset because the story sounds oddly familiar. She does not want to call the shepherd who gave the messenger Oedipus because she cannot bear what may be her prophecy coming true. If Oedipus is her son than she may just