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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who leads Teiresias into Oedipus' presence?
(a) Creon
(b) Jocasta
(c) a small boy
(d) the chorus leader

2. What does Teiresias say about his own wisdom, after Oedipus questions him about Laius' murderer?
(a) It is misunderstood, even by himself.
(b) It is a blessing and a curse.
(c) It brings no benefits.
(d) It is fleeting and unreliable.

3. 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's heart is greater and therefore his sorrow is greater.
(c) Oedipus is full of fear that he will be dethroned.
(d) Oedipus says his personal loss from the plague is worse than anyone else's.

4. Where does Creon say the murderer of Lauis is?
(a) hiding in the countryside
(b) in Thebes
(c) on the nearby mountain
(d) in Corinth

5. What is Oedipus' initial attitude toward the crowd that has gathered?
(a) angry and annoyed
(b) caring and helpful
(c) overjoyed and cheerful
(d) critical and derisive

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the chorus say about human prophets?

2. Before Teiresias leaves, what does he say about the murderer's nationality?

3. What is Creon's relationship to Oedipus?

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

5. Why does Oedipus feel linked to Laius?

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