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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What purpose does the messenger serve in Classical Greek theater?
(a) He is a minor character.
(b) He is a common narrative device.
(c) He is a common informational device.
(d) He is a minor insight into the characters.

2. Why does Menelaus tell Teucer to not bury Ajax's body?
(a) Because Ajax angered the gods.
(b) Because Ajax was not a good warrior.
(c) Because Ajax was mad.
(d) Because Ajax betrayed the Greek army.

3. Who does Ajax first ask to kill him to put him out of his misery?
(a) His son.
(b) His brother.
(c) His father.
(d) The Chorus.

4. How is Teucer greeted at the Greek camp?
(a) With silence.
(b) With isolation.
(c) With cheers and happiness.
(d) With taunts and insults.

5. Who are the goddesses of vengeance?
(a) The Fates.
(b) The Furies.
(c) The Flurries.
(d) The Harpies.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does the Chorus believe spread a rumor about Ajax slaughtering cattle?

2. Who did Ajax take his sword from?

3. Why is revenge often a theme in Greek plays?

4. What is Ajax carrying when he enters in Part III?

5. Which god does Ajax ask for help in the first part of the play?

(see the answer key)

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