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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who urges Eteocles not to "take on the violence of your brother?"

2. Eteocles instructs the Chorus to pray for ________ instead of safety?

3. What does Eteocles suggest the Chorus pray about?

4. Eteocles explains that praying is not the problem of the Chorus, but the way they are praying since they are praying for what?

5. What is on Kapaneus' shield?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

After Eteocles and Polyneices kill each other, it is said that the curse is destroyed and the city of Thebes would prosper again. Why would this be ironic to the Greek audience at that time?

Essay Topic 2

Would you classify Eteocles as an honorable king or a family traitor? Give examples to support your opinion.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the importance of symbols as exemplified by the enemy shields.

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