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

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Teucer say: O ghastly sight! Victim of ruthless courage!

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

3. Who made the prophecy the messenger refers to?

4. Who is "Thestor's son"?

5. What does Ajax tell the Chorus that Tecmessa awakened?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why does the suicide of Ajax occur halfway through the play? What takes up the later part of the play? What did Sophocles mean by this? Support your answer with examples from the play.

Essay Topic 2

Does Ajax deserve his fate? Why or why not? Use examples from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

What is the symbolism of armor and swords in the play? Use examples from the play to support your answer.

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