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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Scout describes all of the following, in the beginning of part 3, to Eteocles except:
(a) The emblem on the enemy general's shield.
(b) Each of the enemy generals.
(c) Which gate each enemy general is set to attack.
(d) The type of horses the armies are riding on.

2. Who does Eteocles call upon to fight to protect the land and the city of Thebes?
(a) The children.
(b) The woman.
(c) The man.
(d) Everyone.

3. Who runs on with news that the seven powerful generals of the attacking army have performed a blood sacrifice?
(a) A scout.
(b) A blacksmith.
(c) The Chorus.
(d) A carpenter.

4. "White haired" women, "housewives," and young virgins are all described to be ___________.
(a) Equal culprits.
(b) Equal criminals.
(c) Equal beings.
(d) Equal victims.

5. Seven Against Thebes is structured in what form?
(a) Modern.
(b) Traditional.
(c) Contemporary.
(d) New Age.

Short Answer Questions

1. To go against the will of the gods, or to make them angry, is to risk destruction. This is considered the _____ of the play.

2. Who does Eteocles consider a "loyal and true son of Thebes?"

3. Who urges Eteocles not to "take on the violence of your brother?"

4. Who is "unmoved by the sound of snorting horses?"

5. Eteocles instructs the Chorus to pray for ________ instead of safety?

(see the answer key)

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