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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ode 4 (Fourth Stasimon).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who did the king imprison in a story the Chorus relates about the idea of jealousy?
(a) His son
(b) His daughter
(c) His first wife
(d) His mother

2. What does Ismene swear to Antigone when she hears of Antigone's decision to act?
(a) That she will help her
(b) That she will not support her
(c) To tell Creon
(d) Secrecy

3. Creon shares that he will not show any ___________ in his rule nor will he patronize anyone.
(a) Fear
(b) Mercy
(c) Peace
(d) Contentment

4. Ismene feels powerless as a __________ at the start of the story, in addition to her family background.
(a) Sister
(b) Queen
(c) Woman
(d) Mother

5. Why was the princess to which Antigone is compared locked up in a prison during the play?
(a) A prophesy
(b) A murder
(c) Burying her sister
(d) Defying the king

Short Answer Questions

1. To what place does Creon believe that Antigone will go after her death for her actions?

2. Who was the son supposed to kill as a result of a prophesy that was given?

3. Who killed herself when she realized the incestuous relationship had taken place?

4. Haemon tells his father than ____________ has nothing to do with being right or wrong.

5. Creon sees the rights of the _____________ as different for those who are good and those who are wicked.

(see the answer key)

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