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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the other name for God that is used by the Chorus in this scene of the play and throughout the play?
(a) Creon
(b) Zeus
(c) Apollo
(d) Mercury

2. Antigone claims she will be ready to face a/an _____________ death if she is caught in her actions.
(a) Painful
(b) Honorable
(c) Quick
(d) Easy

3. What does Ismene compliment Antigone on before she leaves her to herself and to her actions?
(a) Pride
(b) Love
(c) Loyalty
(d) Jealousy

4. What does the leader of the group call Polyneices when he is in the midst of battle? A wild __________ screaming.
(a) Tiger
(b) Hawk
(c) Bear
(d) Eagle

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many gates does Thebes have, according to the Chorus in this scene?

3. Antigone reminds Ismene of family __________ when she tries to reason with her about her actions.

4. What is the relationship between Eteocles and Polyneices in the play, even though they fight each other?

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

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