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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Before he leaves, what does Oedipus say will happen?
(a) The murderer will definitely be caught and punished.
(b) Either the murderer will be caught and punished, or else they will all be ruined.
(c) The gods will decide the outcome, and the murderer's fate is in their hands.
(d) The whole town, and Oedipus himself, will definitely be ruined.

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

3. Who does Oedipus accuse Teiresias of being in league with?
(a) the oracle
(b) Apollo
(c) Creon
(d) Jocasta

4. Who speaks for the people of Thebes as their leader?
(a) the parliamentary leader
(b) the oracle
(c) the prophet of Hera
(d) the priest of Zeus

5. Why does Oedipus say his sorrow is greater than the townspeople?
(a) Oedipus has sorrow for himself, the city, and all the townspeople.
(b) Oedipus is full of fear that he will be dethroned.
(c) Oedipus's heart is greater and therefore his sorrow is greater.
(d) Oedipus says his personal loss from the plague is worse than anyone else's.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Teiresias say he was "wise enough" to?

2. What is Creon wearing on his head as he approaches the town?

3. What does Oedipus call the people of Thebes?

4. What deal does Oedipus offer the murderer if he gives himself in?

5. What does Oedipus say he has to fear from Laius' murderer?

(see the answer key)

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