Final answer:
Creon becomes the new King of Thebes after the deaths of Polynices and Eteocles. The play 'Antigone' by Sophocles explores the conflict between state laws and personal morals, ending tragically for Creon's family despite his position of power. The correct option is C) Antigone
Step-by-step explanation:
After the tragic duel that leads to the deaths of Polynices and Eteocles, Creon, their uncle, becomes the new King of Thebes. In Sophocles’ classic play Antigone, written in 441 BC, the plot revolves around the conflict between Antigone, who wishes to give her brother Polynices a proper burial against King Creon's decree.
Creon’s assertion of law and order in Thebes leads to a tragic series of events, including Antigone's death. The ruling of Creon is challenged not only by Antigone but also by his own son Haemon and the wise seer Teiresias, emphasizing the struggle between state laws and personal morals.
Ultimately, Creon remains king, but his insistence on the letter of the law over the considerations of mercy or familial piety brings ruin to his own family. The correct option is C) Antigone