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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To go against the will of the gods, or to make them angry, is to risk destruction. This is considered the _____ of the play.
(a) Plot.
(b) Theme.
(c) Moral.
(d) Scene.

2. The will of the gods are metaphorically represented by _________.
(a) The Earth.
(b) The Sky.
(c) The Ocean.
(d) The Land.

3. The women of Thebes pray to the gods to remember their faithfulness and protect them so they can continue to do what?
(a) Worship.
(b) Provide for their family.
(c) Raise children.
(d) Work.

4. How many Gates of Thebes are there?
(a) 9.
(b) 5.
(c) 7.
(d) 3.

5. The particular legend of "Seven Against Thebes" resembles what other type of legends?
(a) Roman.
(b) Greek.
(c) American.
(d) Egyptian.

Short Answer Questions

1. The theme of the play is based on what two stories?

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

3. The play "Seven Agaist Thebes" is the third in a _______ of plays.

4. Plays based on Greek legend usually involve parents and children doing what?

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

(see the answer key)

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