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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3 - Electra.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 3, how many female servants are pregnant with Aegisthus' child or already have a baby by him?
(a) 2-3.
(b) 1-2.
(c) 3-4.
(d) 4-5.

2. In Chapter 3, who comes to the palace the morning after most of the boys are returned home?
(a) 3 guards.
(b) Theodotus and the father of Mitros.
(c) 2 soldiers.
(d) 4 of the elders.

3. What inspires Agamemnon in Chapter 1 when he comes home?
(a) His wife.
(b) Bath.
(c) A good dinner.
(d) Good wine.

4. In Chapter 2, how often are the boys allowed to use the baths?
(a) Every other week.
(b) Once a month.
(c) Twice a week.
(d) Once a week.

5. In Chapter 1, where does the old and difficult woman with powers live?
(a) In a village on an island in the river.
(b) In house that touches the clouds.
(c) Beyond the river and toward the grey mountains.
(d) Beyond the river and towards the blue mountains.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Orestes when Iphigenia died?

2. In Chapter 2 when the old woman dies, how long have the boys lived with her?

3. What color was Iphigenia's hair?

4. After men are sent to find Orestes in Chapter 3, how does Electra think her mother spends the rest of the day?

5. In Chapter 3, who does Electra say are her companions?

(see the answer key)

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