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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. At the end of Part III, Tecmessa realizes that Ajax has done what to her?

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

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

5. How are prophecies in Classical Greek theater perceived?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Using specific examples from the text, show how Sophocles uses foreshadowing in this 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

Discuss whether you agree or disagree, and why, with the following statement: The play just peters out at the end without a true ending.

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