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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who are the Bacchae?
(a) The priests of Dionysus.
(b) The unbelivers.
(c) The Chorus.
(d) Dionysus's followers.

2. Cadmus doesn't say whether or not he believes Dionysus is a god, but tells Pentheus that it would be wise of Pentheus to treat Dionysus as what?
(a) A family member.
(b) An honored guest.
(c) A god.
(d) A king.

3. The Chorus says that Dionysus makes his followers laugh away what?
(a) Small things.
(b) Dull care.
(c) Differences between them.
(d) Life's troubles.

4. How does Tiresius respond to Pentheus's order to destroy his property?
(a) With anger.
(b) With rage.
(c) With fear.
(d) With pity.

5. Cadmus tells Pentheus that if he would call Dionysus a god, it would do what?
(a) Prevent disaster.
(b) Calm the women.
(c) Honor the whole family.
(d) Stop his desire for revenge.

Short Answer Questions

1. Pentheus holds what title?

2. Tiresius says that failing to give honor where honor is due is what?

3. If you aim too high, and miss the pleasures within your reach, the Chorus would consider you a what?

4. According to the Chorus, what is hateful to Dionysus?

5. How does the servant who brings Dionysus in to Pentheus refer to Dionysus?

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