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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who persuades his father-in-law to join with him and win the throne of Thebes by force?
(a) Laius.
(b) Polyneices.
(c) Eteocles.
(d) Ismene.

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

3. Whose appearance and description of the armies is a typical device of classical Greek theatre?
(a) The blacksmith.
(b) The king.
(c) The Scout.
(d) The Chorus.

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

5. The image of Thebes is of a ________.
(a) Man.
(b) Teenager.
(c) Child.
(d) Woman.

Short Answer Questions

1. Seven Against Thebes is structured in what form?

2. To go against the will of the gods, or to make them angry, is to risk destruction. This is considered the _____ of the play.

3. Imagery throughout the play is based on ________.

4. After Oedipus' adopts father is killed, Oedipus seeks revenge and kills _______ .

5. Who runs on with news that the seven powerful generals of the attacking army have performed a blood sacrifice?

(see the answer key)

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