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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 name of the prophet that has foreseen the armies of Argos attacking Thebes soon?
(a) The Oracle.
(b) Teiresias.
(c) Eteocles.
(d) The Fury.

2. What type of violation is used to describe women being treated like treasures?
(a) Biological.
(b) Spiritual.
(c) Emotional.
(d) Physical.

3. What is another name for the manifestation of the Curse of Oedipus?
(a) The Blind.
(b) The Oracle.
(c) The Scary.
(d) The Fury.

4. The Chorus refers to the attacks against the city of Thebes as _______.
(a) Waves.
(b) Trees.
(c) Clouds.
(d) Sand.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who persuades his father-in-law to join with him and win the throne of Thebes by force?

2. Who are the group of women of Thebes who rushes on in a panic?

3. Imagery throughout the play is based on ________.

4. Who kills Oedipus' adopted father in the Background section of the play?

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

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