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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who represents Eteocles' stubbornness while his shield represents Eteocles' passions?
(a) Eteoklos.
(b) Tydeus.
(c) Kapaneus.
(d) Parthenopaios.

2. Who persuades his father-in-law to join with him and win the throne of Thebes by force?
(a) Eteocles.
(b) Laius.
(c) Ismene.
(d) Polyneices.

3. Plays in ancient Greece are produced as part of what type of ceremony?
(a) A eulogy.
(b) A pilgrimage.
(c) A religious festival.
(d) An offering.

4. Who are the group of women of Thebes who rushes on in a panic?
(a) The Chorus.
(b) The Messenger.
(c) The Farmers.
(d) The Singers.

5. Who does Eteocles promise to put in prison if they do not obey him and bravely face the danger of war?
(a) Men.
(b) Women.
(c) Any citizen.
(d) Children.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a Spinx?

2. Who solves the Riddle of the Spinx?

3. What is another name for the Scout?

4. How many Gates of Thebes are there?

5. Who prays to the gods to guide and inspire Eteocles' generals to victory?

(see the answer key)

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