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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the original language of the play "Seven Against Thebes?"
(a) Arabic.
(b) Greek.
(c) English.
(d) Islamic.

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

3. The image of Thebes is considered the ______ of its citizens.
(a) Father.
(b) Sister.
(c) Brother.
(d) Mother.

4. How many Gates of Thebes are there?
(a) 3.
(b) 9.
(c) 7.
(d) 5.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. The belief system of ancient Greece is that existence depends upon _____, or the will of the gods?

2. What type of violation is used to describe women being treated like treasures?

3. Who does Eteocles call upon to fight to protect the land and the city of Thebes?

4. The will of the gods are metaphorically represented by _________.

5. The Chorus of Women represents ___________.

(see the answer key)

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