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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Plays based on Greek legend tend to be very _____.
(a) Calm.
(b) Violent.
(c) Serene.
(d) Peaceful.

2. Human beings are metaphorically represented by ________.
(a) Airplanes.
(b) Castles.
(c) The Ocean.
(d) Ships.

3. Eteocles explains that praying is not the problem of the Chorus, but the way they are praying since they are praying for what?
(a) The safety of their husbands.
(b) The safety of themselves.
(c) The safety of the children.
(d) The safety of Eteocles.

4. Imagery throughout the play is based on ________.
(a) Sand and Mountains.
(b) Jungle and Tigers.
(c) Ships and the Sea.
(d) Clouds and Birds.

5. 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 Scout.
(c) The Messenger.
(d) The Joker.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the King of Thebes at the opening of part 1?

2. "White haired" women, "housewives," and young virgins are all described to be ___________.

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

4. Plays based on Greek legend usually involve a generation after generation repeating a ______.

5. What term does Eteocles and the Chorus use to describe the city of Thebes?

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