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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ode 1 (First Stasimon).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who enters in order to announce to the king that someone has tried to cover up the body of Polyneices?
(a) The prophet
(b) Sentry
(c) Young boy
(d) Messenger

2. The ___________ accuse each other of being the one who buried the body illegally during the play.
(a) Women
(b) Guards
(c) Chorus
(d) Prisoners

3. What is the one force from which the Chorus notes that man is not immune?
(a) Taxes
(b) Birth
(c) Death
(d) Disease

4. What does Ismene compliment Antigone on before she leaves her to herself and to her actions?
(a) Loyalty
(b) Pride
(c) Love
(d) Jealousy

5. What army decided to attack Thebes, though they were driven back during their efforts during the play?
(a) Argive
(b) Greek
(c) Roman
(d) Italian

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Oedipus do when he realized the incestuous affair that took place with Jocasta?

2. What is believed to be on Ismene and Antigone as a result of Oedipus and Jocasta's actions?

3. Man is held in _________ for his stamina and his spirit, no matter what other things he might do.

4. Man is the most awesome wonder in the _____________, according to the Chorus during the play.

5. Antigone reminds Ismene of family __________ when she tries to reason with her about her actions.

(see the answer key)

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