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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 5, when Creon explains his reasoning behind his actions, of what does Antigone accuse him?
(a) Being afraid to do his duty.
(b) Being a dictator.
(c) Being a puppet to the people of Thebes.
(d) Being heartless.

2. In Part 4, the Chorus says there are four aspects of a tragedy. What is one of those aspects?
(a) Mind numbing yet joyous.
(b) Restful because there is no hope.
(c) Sad and disingenuous.
(d) Fearful.

3. What does Jonas say in response to Creon's accusations in Part 4?
(a) He tells Creon that he is not guilty of deserting his post.
(b) He reminds Creon of his good record.
(c) He blames everything on the other guards.
(d) He cowers in terror, saying nothing.

4. In Part 5, how does Creon respond to Antigone's accusation after he explains the reason behind his actions?
(a) He admits that it is the truth.
(b) He asks her for forgiveness.
(c) He throws Antigone to the ground.
(d) He orders the guards to take her away.

5. In Part 5, for whom does Antigone say she must bury Polynices?
(a) Her entire family, living and dead.
(b) Herself.
(c) Her father.
(d) Her sister.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Antigone do in response to Creon's promise in Part 5?

2. In Part 4, what does Creon say will happen to Jonas if he keeps quiet?

3. How does Antigone respond to the first thing that Creon asks her in Part 5?

4. What does Creon tell the Chorus about Antigone in Part 6?

5. How does Antigone try to convince the guards to let her go?

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