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Oedipus Rex Acrostic Poem Homework (20 points)
As we are almost finished with the play, the characters of the story are mostly developed. This
acrostic poem is to serve as an analysis of the character(s) of your choosing.
Choose one (1) of the following poem options:
1. Straight character analysis. In this poem, you will use the acrostic form to write a narrative
style character study of whichever character you have chosen. This should explain major
traits, actions, and thoughts, and give an overall picture of the character.
2. Comparison acrostics. In this form, choose 2 characters to compare through use of adjective
phrases. You should draw distinctions between the two through your choice of words and
phrases.
BONUS: you may earn up to 3 points of extra credit if you make your poem look pretty 
Name:
Date:
Block:
Oedipus Rex Acrostic Poem Homework (20 points)
As we are almost finished with the play, the characters of the story are mostly developed. This
acrostic poem is to serve as an analysis of the character(s) of your choosing.
Choose one (1) of the following poem options:
3. Straight character analysis. In this poem, you will use the acrostic form to write a narrative
style character study of whichever character you have chosen. This should explain major
traits, actions, and thoughts, and give an overall picture of the character.
4. Comparison acrostics. In this form, choose 2 characters to compare through use of adjective
phrases. You should draw distinctions between the two through your choice of words and
phrases.
BONUS: you may earn up to 3 points of extra credit if you make your poem look pretty 