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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To where is Thyestes traveling in the third act?
(a) Thebes.
(b) Argos.
(c) Corinth.
(d) Troy.

2. How does Hippolytus feel when he learns that Phaedra desires him?
(a) Repulsed.
(b) Aroused.
(c) Humiliated.
(d) Elated.

3. How does Atreus justify his wicked plans against his brother?
(a) Atreus knows his brother is an atheist and will be under no protection.
(b) He claims Thyestes raped his wife.
(c) Atreus believes he is being commanded by the gods.
(d) Atreus is free to act because of his brother's actions against him.

4. How does Phaedra respond when Theseus demands to know why she is apparently suicidal?
(a) She tries to throw herself out the window.
(b) She would rather die than confide in him about the "evil" someone did to her.
(c) She tries to make love to him.
(d) She begins to scream.

5. What parts of Thyestes' sons are presented to Thyestes as a gift?
(a) Their hands.
(b) Their heads.
(c) Their livers.
(d) Their hearts.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of "Thyestes," what does the titular character entrust to the gods?

2. To whom do Thyestes and Atreus drink a toast in the fifth act of "Thyestes"?

3. What does Atreus offer to Thyestes when the latter apologizes for his misdeeds against him?

4. Although he refuses to grant Phaedra a proper burial, what does Theseus plan to do at the end of the play?

5. Why does the nurse claim to be dressed in a particular manner in the third act of "Phaedra"?

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