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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does the priest suggest Oedipus listen to, in order to solve the town's problems?
(a) the town elders
(b) the blind prophet
(c) Zeus's oracle
(d) the gods or wise men

2. What does Creon say about the god's call to avenge Laius' death now?
(a) He says it is fitting.
(b) He says it is too late for revenge.
(c) He says it will be an easy task.
(d) He says the gods have asked the impossible.

3. Who does the priest ask to come as the people's savior?
(a) Laius
(b) Oedipus
(c) Phoebus
(d) Creon

4. How does Creon's face look as he approaches?
(a) angry
(b) sad
(c) happy
(d) nonexpressive

5. What course of action does the chorus leader suggest Oedipus should take?
(a) send another emissary to Delphi
(b) look inside his own palace
(c) consult the prophet Teiresias
(d) search every house in the city

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Creon say the murderer of Lauis is?

2. How does Oedipus react to the chorus' pleas?

3. What does Oedipus first say to Creon as he approaches?

4. What does Oedipus accuse Creon of?

5. Who does Jocasta say told her about Laius' death?

(see the answer key)

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