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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 6 of Iphigenia of Taurus, who says "that purification was a trick"?
(a) Iphigenia.
(b) The Chorus.
(c) The messenger.
(d) King Thoas.

2. Orestes tells Iphigenia that his body is hers while they are outside the temple, but what does he tell Iphigenia that he won't let her sacrifice?
(a) His friend.
(b) His family.
(c) His brother.
(d) His name.

3. Why did the king of Taurus receive his particular name?
(a) For his great wisdom.
(b) Because of his wealth.
(c) For the wing-like swiftness of his feet.
(d) For the quickness of his sword.

4. In Part 3 of Iphigenia in Taurus, what does Orestes claim is as chaotic as the mortal world?
(a) The world of Apollo.
(b) The world of Zeus.
(c) The world of all the Gods.
(d) The world of Artemis.

5. Iphigenia claims that even from the time of her conception and childhood that something "lay hard" for her. What is it?
(a) Her understanding of war.
(b) The hand of Fate.
(c) Her service in the temple.
(d) Her labors in the field.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Chorus' opening prayer to Artemis, what do they speak about that "crop the green meadows"?

2. What type of doors are located on the temple of Artemis?

3. Who are Artemis' parents?

4. What name does Orestes tell Iphigenia would name him justly when he is talking with her outside the temple?

5. In Part 4 of Iphigenia in Taurus, Orestes is telling Pylades that he must leave and go back home. Orestes tells Pylades that he must go home and perpetuate his name. How does Orestes tell Pylades to perpetuate his name?

(see the answer key)

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