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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who kills Oedipus' adopted father in the Background section of the play?
(a) Jocasta.
(b) Laius.
(c) Eteocles.
(d) Polyneices.

2. The theme of these legends is that giving in to human passion creates _________.
(a) Love..
(b) Joy.
(c) Peace..
(d) Suffering.

3. The story that "Seven Against Thebes" is based on is part of their background as a ____________.
(a) German.
(b) Greek.
(c) American.
(d) Englishmen.

4. Plays based on Greek legend tend to be very _____.
(a) Peaceful.
(b) Violent.
(c) Serene.
(d) Calm.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Traditionally, women are more concerned with _________.

2. What are the two plays leading up to "Seven Against Thebes" named?

3. Who does the Chorus say the final victory belongs to?

4. What is the name of the prophet that has foreseen the armies of Argos attacking Thebes soon?

5. Eteocles tells the men that the battle has ______.

(see the answer key)

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