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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is "Thestor's son"?

2. What is hubris?

3. Why does Ajax's wife cover his dead body?

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

5. Ajax tells the Chorus that he is planning to purify himself how?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Cite examples from the play to support your answer to the following question: How does this play portray the relationship between the gods and man?

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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