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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ajax's wife cover his dead body?
(a) To prevent someone from hurting the body.
(b) To prevent others from knowing how he died.
(c) To keep herself clean while carrying the body.
(d) Because it is a horrible sight.

2. What did the soldiers have out when they greeted Teucer?
(a) Wine.
(b) Swords.
(c) Knives.
(d) Bread.

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

4. The characters, in Classical Greek theater, will view fighting against a prophecy as what?
(a) Bringing honor to themselves.
(b) Helpful.
(c) Futile.
(d) Their duty.

5. Why is revenge often a theme in Greek plays?
(a) Because it was a common way of life.
(b) Because it helps explore humanity's passionate and impulsive nature.
(c) Because it shows humanity's duplicity.
(d) Because it helps explore humanity's dark side.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Ajax's state of mind at his death?

2. Who does Ajax call to claim him, before falling on his sword?

3. Who is "Thestor's son"?

4. After hearing the messenger, who does Tecmessa order to search for Ajax and bring him back to his tent?

5. At the beginning of Part III, who is Ajax prepared to make peace with?

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