A man named Oedipus whose life is not all it appears to be. ... Oedipus" strong suit was definitely intelligence and he knew it. After leaving Corinth, Oedipus wanders the land to find himself in the town of Thebes. ... "Here I am myself, you all know me, the world knows my fame: I am Oedipus." ... His own intelligence, hubris and desire for the truth brought the character of Oedipus Rex to his downfall. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

Oedipus Rex The play Oedipus Rex, written by Sophocles, is a tragedy of fate. ... Oedipus was also unaware that Jocasta was his mother. ... Unfortunately, Oedipus fails to succeed, since his fate is inescapable. ... Oedipus" tragic destiny was brought upon his tragic fate. ... Oedipus" fate gave him opportunities to develop his arrogance. ...

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