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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who leaves the stage right before the Chorus enters for the first time?
(a) Pentheus.
(b) The Soldier.
(c) Dionysus.
(d) The Messenger.

2. Who says, "By this name, O Baccic god, I now proclaim thee to Thebes?"
(a) Hera.
(b) Cadmus.
(c) The Chorus.
(d) Semele.

3. When the first messenger describes how the women slept, what word does he use?
(a) Modestly.
(b) Sexually.
(c) Capriciousness.
(d) Lonely.

4. The Chorus praises Dionysus as a god who brings what?
(a) Vinegar.
(b) Wine.
(c) Hops.
(d) Beer.

5. What do the worshipers of Dionysus dress in?
(a) Simple clothes.
(b) Animal skins.
(c) Robes of purple.
(d) Leaves and branches.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Tiresius respond to Pentheus's order to destroy his property?

2. At the beginning of the play, where are the women of Thebes?

3. Pentheus says that he will do what to the women he has captured?

4. According to the Chorus, who is Dirce's father?

5. Dionysus has taken what form so he can punish people?

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