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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Oedipus' crimes are revealed, what happens to Jocasta?
(a) She is murdered.
(b) She becomes ruler of Thebes.
(c) She blinds herself.
(d) She commits suicide.

2. Which of the following is not a fear of the women of Thebes?
(a) Slavery.
(b) Rape.
(c) Death.
(d) Disease.

3. Who does the King of Thebes address in the city?
(a) All citizens.
(b) Male citizens.
(c) Women citizens.
(d) Working citizens.

4. What is the name of a group of individual actors speaking with the thoughts, emotions, and reactions of a single character?
(a) The Chorus.
(b) The Joker.
(c) The Messenger.
(d) The Scout.

5. Who says, "Their reports will save me from all traps and deceptions?"
(a) A Scout.
(b) Eteocles.
(c) The Chorus.
(d) The Fury.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the name of Laius' son?

3. The theme of these legends also states that the after-effects can last for generations, which means it's better to listen to the will of __________.

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

5. Any citizen in the _____ would know the story, or myth, that "Seven Against Thebes" is based on.

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