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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 infirmary.
(b) On his ship.
(c) In the camp.
(d) In his tent.

2. Who enters while Ajax is speaking to the Chorus in Part III?
(a) His son.
(b) Tecmessa.
(c) Athena.
(d) Odysseus.

3. In Ajax's youth, what did he want to win alone, without the help of the gods?
(a) Gold.
(b) Victory.
(c) Honor.
(d) Courage.

4. What does Ajax say that all things must bow to?
(a) Authority.
(b) Power.
(c) Hate.
(d) The Gods.

5. What are some of the normal events, that take place off stage, that the messengers bring word of?
(a) Ships sinking, deaths, and far-off events.
(b) Marriages, births, and battles.
(c) Suicides, battle,s or deaths.
(d) Battles, marriages, deaths, suicides, and far-off events.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who attempts to see Ajax, and is refused by Tecmessa?

2. According to the messenger, if Calchas' prophecy doesn't come true, then what is Calchas?

3. Teucer predicts that his father will feel what kind of grief?

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

5. Who does Ajax want to find his body?

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