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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The particular legend of "Seven Against Thebes" resembles what other type of legends?
(a) Egyptian.
(b) American.
(c) Roman.
(d) Greek.

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

3. Eteocles reaction was so extreme to whom because of his angry determination to save and protect the city?
(a) Polyneices.
(b) His army.
(c) The women.
(d) King of Argos.

4. Why is Eteocles considered to be an illegal king?
(a) He is not married.
(b) He is not old enough to be king.
(c) He is not originally from Thebes.
(d) He broke his agreement with his brother.

5. What does Eteocles suggest the Chorus pray about?
(a) That the children remain safe.
(b) That his army will grow.
(c) That the war will end soon.
(d) That the walls remain standing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who says, "Their reports will save me from all traps and deceptions?"

2. Plays based on Greek legend tend to be very _____.

3. What does Eteocles compare Thebes and its land to?

4. The Chorus briefly gives in to fear and imagines what will happen to the city if what occurs?

5. The Oracle foretells Laius that Oedipus would one day ______ him.

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