Seven against Thebes Quiz | Eight Week Quiz E

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Seven against Thebes Quiz | Eight Week Quiz E

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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Eteocle appoint as the last and head general?
(a) Antigone.
(b) A blacksmith.
(c) Polyneices.
(d) Himself.

2. What is the setting of the play?
(a) Arabia.
(b) America.
(c) Greece.
(d) Thebes.

3. What is a Spinx?
(a) Half-woman, half-goat.
(b) Half-woman, half-lion.
(c) Half-man, half-lion.
(d) Half-man, half-horse.

4. Women see the act of combat as something that causes ___________.
(a) Pain.
(b) Joy.
(c) Pleasure.
(d) Pride.

5. What is another name for the Scout?
(a) Prophet.
(b) Messenger.
(c) Chorus.
(d) Joker.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the prophet that has foreseen the armies of Argos attacking Thebes soon?

2. Who is the third general described as leading a cavalry of horses, which makes an arrogant, inhuman noise?

3. Who conspires to kill Oedipus at the end of the Background section?

4. What does Laius do to baby Oedipus after hearing the Oracle foretell Oedipus' future?

5. Plays based on Greek legend usually involve parents and children doing what?

(see the answer key)

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