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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When Ajax leaves their presence, the Chorus rejoices in his what?

3. Who does Teucer predict his father will vent his grief against?

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

5. How has Ajax planted his sword in the ground?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What two types of authority are in conflict in this play, and what does the conflict mean for the characters in the play? Use the play to find examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

What is the Chorus? What is the purpose of the Chorus in this play? Use examples from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

What is the cycle of revenge and destruction? How does this cycle affect the events in the play? Use examples from the play to support your answer.

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