Question

Which sentence in this conclusion paragraph most clearly restates the thesis?

(1) Therefore, Sophocles uses both Antigone and Creon to show how dangerous it can be to refuse to let go of one's beliefs. (2) Antigone loses her life, and Creon loses everyone in his family. (3) Even though Antigone's beliefs seem to be less selfish than Creon's, her consequence is severe. (4) Ultimately, readers are left to wonder about the true value of refusing to change.
A.
Sentence 1
B.
Sentence 4
C.
Sentence 2
D.
Sentence 3

Answer 1

B. Sentence 4

The sentence "Ultimately, readers are left to wonder about the true value of refusing to change." in Sentence 4 most clearly restates the thesis, summarizing the central theme that Sophocles uses both Antigone and Creon to illustrate the dangers of refusing to let go of one's beliefs.

Answer 2

B. Sentence 4

Explanation:

The paragraph's thesis is centered around the idea that Sophocles uses both Antigone and Creon to illustrate the dangers of refusing to let go of one's beliefs. Sentence 4, "Ultimately, readers are left to wonder about the true value of refusing to change," encapsulates this theme and restates the thesis by emphasizing the lingering question about the worth of resisting change. It echoes the central idea the author is trying to convey regarding the consequences of holding onto one's beliefs, aligning with the broader theme discussed throughout the paragraph.