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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Oedipus feel linked to Laius?
(a) He feels bound to Laius by the Sphinx's riddle.
(b) He is now married to Laius' wife.
(c) He feels drawn to the memory of Laius.
(d) He says the prophets have linked him to Laius.

2. Why does the chorus think it's time for the murderer to flee?
(a) Zeus' son, Apollo, is against him.
(b) The ire of the city is rising against him.
(c) Oedipus is against him.
(d) Teiresias will eventually name him.

3. What does Creon say of the news he brings?
(a) It's good news.
(b) It's both good and bad news.
(c) It's hard to interpret if it's good or bad.
(d) It's bad news.

4. Where has Oedipus sent Creon?
(a) to Apollo's shrine
(b) to the kingdom of Corinth
(c) to Zeus's oracle
(d) to wander the wilderness

5. What does Teiresias say Oedipus doesn't know?
(a) the name of the murderer
(b) the power of prophecy
(c) the true wishes of the gods
(d) the family he's come from

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Teiresias believe about future events?

2. How does Creon's face look as he approaches?

3. What does the chorus say about Oedipus' possible motive for killing Laius?

4. Why does Oedipus say his sorrow is greater than the townspeople?

5. Where are the townspeople who are not gathered to speak with Oedipus?

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