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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What symbol is on Amphiaraos' shield?
(a) The Spinx.
(b) Nothing.
(c) The Typhon.
(d) A Dove.

2. What is another name for the Scout?
(a) Chorus.
(b) Prophet.
(c) Messenger.
(d) Joker.

3. Who does Eteocle appoint as the last and head general?
(a) Antigone.
(b) Polyneices.
(c) Himself.
(d) A blacksmith.

4. Why does the Chorus say that they come to the square to pray?
(a) So the Gods will protect the women.
(b) So the Gods can fight the enemies.
(c) So the Gods will protect Eteocles.
(d) So the Gods can defend their city.

5. Eteocles is urged to do what by the scout?
(a) Run away.
(b) Go hide.
(c) Demolish the city.
(d) Prepare to defend the city.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the second general Eteocles sends out?

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

3. What does Eteocles suggest the Chorus pray about?

4. What type of violation is used to describe women seeing their husbands, sons, and brothers killed?

5. How does Eteocles try to calm the Chorus in Part 2?

(see the answer key)

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