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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Oracle foretells Laius that Oedipus would one day ______ him.
(a) Imprision.
(b) Blind.
(c) Kill.
(d) Lie.

2. What is a Spinx?
(a) Half-woman, half-goat.
(b) Half-woman, half-lion.
(c) Half-man, half-horse.
(d) Half-man, half-lion.

3. Where does Eteocles go to prepare for war?
(a) Argos.
(b) Council Chambers.
(c) The caves.
(d) The meadow.

4. Who solves the Riddle of the Spinx?
(a) Polyneices.
(b) Laius.
(c) Ismene.
(d) Oedipus.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who punishes Laius for kidnapping and murdering his friend's son?

3. Who is Jocasta?

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

5. The story that "Seven Against Thebes" is based on is part of their background as a ____________.

(see the answer key)

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