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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. According to the Chorus, what are the Gods a source of?
(a) Hope.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Peace.
(d) Bravery.

4. The image of Thebes is considered the ______ of its citizens.
(a) Father.
(b) Mother.
(c) Brother.
(d) Sister.

5. What type of violation is used to describe women being treated like treasures?
(a) Emotional.
(b) Spiritual.
(c) Physical.
(d) Biological.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who exclaims, "Their breasts exposed to the conqueror's view?"

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

3. The Chorus refers to the attacks against the city of Thebes as _______.

4. Who does Eteocle appoint as the last and head general?

5. Why is Eteocles considered to be an illegal king?

(see the answer key)

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