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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of the scene, what does Oedipus ask the people to stand up and take?
(a) pity on him in his misery
(b) their suppliant branches
(c) the news to the outlying farms
(d) arms

2. What does Teiresias say Oedipus doesn't know?
(a) the family he's come from
(b) the name of the murderer
(c) the power of prophecy
(d) the true wishes of the gods

3. According to Creon, who does a witness say killed Laius?
(a) a man with the power of a god
(b) a gang of robbers
(c) a band of soldiers
(d) a lone traveller

4. What does Teiresias say about the murderer's financial condition?
(a) that he is rich but not in spirit
(b) that he is rich with wealth but not love
(c) that he is rich but will be poor
(d) that he is rich but cannot buy contentment

5. What is Oedipus' attitude toward Teiresias when he first speaks to the prophet?
(a) deferential and complimentary
(b) derisive and snide
(c) defensive and annoyed
(d) angry and ironic

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Oedipus wish for himself, if he unknowingly hosted the murderer at his home?

2. What is Creon wearing on his head as he approaches the town?

3. Where are the townspeople who are not gathered to speak with Oedipus?

4. What does Oedipus first say to Creon as he approaches?

5. Why does Oedipus feel linked to Laius?

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