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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Laius is regarded as a _______ in the city of Thebes.
(a) Tyrant.
(b) Mastermind.
(c) Nobleman.
(d) Hero.

2. What does Eteocles compare his position to?
(a) A ring leader.
(b) A Captain of a ship.
(c) A Master.
(d) A soldier.

3. Why is Eteocles considered to be an illegal king?
(a) He broke his agreement with his brother.
(b) He is not married.
(c) He is not old enough to be king.
(d) He is not originally from Thebes.

4. At the end of the first year, what does Eteocles refused to do?
(a) Fight the war.
(b) Give up the throne.
(c) Feed the hungry.
(d) Find a wife.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Seven Against Thebes is structured in what form?

2. What is the setting of the play?

3. The women of Thebes pray to the gods to remember their faithfulness and protect them so they can continue to do what?

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

5. After Oedipus' death, who rules the city of Thebes?

(see the answer key)

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