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(Antigone) What is Creon's motivation for his edict for Polyneice's body?

A. Creon wasn't power hungry but wanted justice.
B. Polyneice attacked Thebes and was Thebe's enemy.
C. Creon wanted what was best for Thebes
D. All of the above.

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The answer is definitely D.) All of the above
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The answer is D. All of the above because Creon was only acting as regent for the real future king of Thebes and therefore Thebes best interest, he was not power hungry but wanted justice for Eteocles. Because Polyneices had invaded Thebes and started a war, he was technically an enemy. According to Greek rule, enemies must be left unburied so they may forever be dishonored for their actions.
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