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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who solves the Riddle of the Spinx?

3. The image of Thebes is considered the ______ of its citizens.

4. Whose appearance and description of the armies is a typical device of classical Greek theatre?

5. Which of the following is not a fear of the women of Thebes?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the theme of blindness.

2. Describe Laius' reaction to the Oracle's foreshadowing of Oedipus' life. Was his reaction justified? Explain.

3. Why do you think the death of Eteocles and Polyneices is referred to as an "occassion for both rejoicing and weeping"?

4. What is the significance of having statues of the Greek gods physically on set?

5. Give an example of how imagery is used in part 2.

6. What is the significance of Oedipus being rescued and raised by a farmer?

7. Is Antigone just in her actions to give Polyneices a proper burial? Explain.

8. Were Oedipus and Jocasta's reaction to their incestuous relations justified? Explain.

9. What is the significance of the attacking general Eteoklos, having a name that is similar to Eteocles?

10. How does the city of Thebes view both Eteocles and Polyneices?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the importance and the usage of imagery throughout the play Seven Against Thebes.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the concept of fear as presented in the play. Describe the Chorus' fear. Is their fear justified?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss and analyze the following quote, "The grief for kindred is the bond and link of mankind, common to all, unchanging." Who spoke these words and do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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