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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ode 2 (Second Stasimon).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Creon lets the people know that his position is __________ ordained and thus he is the rightful heir.
(a) Personally
(b) Parentally
(c) Divinely
(d) Earthly

2. Creon understands the problems of ______, yet elicits duty from them in their support of his decree.
(a) Warriors
(b) Men
(c) Women
(d) Age

3. The Chorus points out the evil that is in _________ especially in relation to the situation with Antigone and Creon.
(a) Pride
(b) Power
(c) Punishment
(d) Peace

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

5. What is the new tone of this group of citizens that is now speaking to the audience?
(a) Fear
(b) Happiness
(c) Hatred
(d) Compassion

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose body is to be left out to be pecked and torn apart, without a proper military burial?

2. Thou, a ruler to whom ____________ brings not old age, dwellest in the dazzling splendour of Olympus.

3. What does Ismene compliment Antigone on before she leaves her to herself and to her actions?

4. What does Ismene swear to Antigone when she hears of Antigone's decision to act?

5. Creon gives ____________ to anyone who contradicts the king's wishes concerning the burial during the play.

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