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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6 - Orestes.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, while Clytenmestra was speaking with Achilles, who came to the tents where she was staying with Iphigenia?
(a) 4 soldiers.
(b) 3 rough men in armor.
(c) 5 rough men in armor.
(d) 2 soldiers.

2. What are the plans to honor Dinos when he arrives at the palace in Chapter 3?
(a) A spectacle in the streets and then a feast.
(b) A bride and a feast.
(c) A play and a feast.
(d) Many gifts and a feast.

3. In Chapter 1, how many men did Aegisthus have that were loyal to him?
(a) 600.
(b) 500.
(c) 450.
(d) 750.

4. In Chapter 2, what work are Leander, Mithros, and Orestes offered in return for food and shelter from a man with goats?
(a) Clean out barns.
(b) Dig ditches.
(c) Sow a field.
(d) Milk goats.

5. In Chapter 1, what did Clytemnestra want the old woman to weave poison into?
(a) Shirt.
(b) Robe.
(c) Belt.
(d) Tunic.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 4, where are Mitros and Theodotus being held?

2. Who does Electra consult with in Chapter 3 before she attends Dinos' feast?

3. In Chapter 4, who does Clytemnestra tell Orestes that he can trust?

4. In Chapter 3, when a messenger comes with a message for Aegisthus' what does Electra sees in Aegisthus' eyes?

5. How does Electra want Orestes to kill their mother in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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