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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. The imagery in general represents a basic element of the Greek philosophy of ________.
(a) Space.
(b) Location.
(c) Time.
(d) Existence.

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

4. 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 the children.
(b) The safety of Eteocles.
(c) The safety of themselves.
(d) The safety of their husbands.

5. Why does the Chorus say that they come to the square to pray?
(a) So the Gods will protect the women.
(b) So the Gods can defend their city.
(c) So the Gods can fight the enemies.
(d) So the Gods will protect Eteocles.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Chorus of Women represents ___________.

2. What are the two plays leading up to "Seven Against Thebes" named?

3. The Chorus formally pray to Zeus and the other gods, asking them _____________.

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

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

(see the answer key)

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