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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The messenger was supposed to keep Ajax in what location until Teucer could speak with him?
(a) In the camp.
(b) In the infirmary.
(c) On his ship.
(d) In his tent.

2. At the end of Part III, Tecmessa realizes that Ajax has done what to her?
(a) Loved her.
(b) Hated her.
(c) Minimized her.
(d) Deceived her.

3. Who does Ajax pray will carry the news of his death to his parents?
(a) Ares.
(b) Hermes.
(c) Apollo.
(d) Artemis.

4. Teucer predicts that his father will feel what kind of grief?
(a) Painful and angry grief.
(b) Ugly and horrendous grief.
(c) Pitiful and shameful grief.
(d) Sorrowful and distant grief.

5. Where does Tecmessa want Ajax to meet Teucer?
(a) At the fire.
(b) On his ship.
(c) In his tent.
(d) In his hut.

Short Answer Questions

1. When the Chorus calls for Tecmessa to come out of her tent, what do they call her?

2. What is a dirge?

3. Where does Ajax tell the Chorus he is going to go in order to appease Athena's wrath?

4. Who is "Thestor's son"?

5. What purpose does the messenger serve in Classical Greek theater?

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