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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Parados.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who answered the battle cry of Polyneices in the battle where he finally lost his life?
(a) Rome
(b) Julius Caesar
(c) Thebes
(d) Justinius

2. What does Antigone throw back in Ismene's face when Ismene says she will be silent about the actions?
(a) Her bloodline
(b) Her cowardice
(c) Her false promises
(d) Her incestuous relationship with her brother

3. Polyneices led the attack on his _____________ during that final battle before the play starts.
(a) Father's grave
(b) Sister's home
(c) Own home
(d) Father

4. How many gates does Thebes have, according to the Chorus in this scene?
(a) Two
(b) Six
(c) Seven
(d) Ten

5. What is the relationship between Antigone and Ismene, the two women at the start of the story?
(a) Friends
(b) Sisters
(c) Lovers
(d) Cousins

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the walled city that is featured in the actions of this story and drama?

2. Ismene feels powerless as a __________ at the start of the story, in addition to her family background.

3. Antigone claims she will be ready to face a/an _____________ death if she is caught in her actions.

4. What is believed to be on Ismene and Antigone as a result of Oedipus and Jocasta's actions?

5. The Chorus in this scene is a group of singers and dancers who are meant to represent the _____________.

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