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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What term does Eteocles and the Chorus use to describe the city of Thebes?
(a) Material.
(b) Mental.
(c) Maternal.
(d) Fraternal.

2. What is another name for the Scout?
(a) Chorus.
(b) Prophet.
(c) Messenger.
(d) Joker.

3. How many generals does Eteocle plan to appoint to face their enemies?
(a) 9.
(b) 10.
(c) 6.
(d) 7.

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

5. _______ rescues Oedipus and raises him to adulthood.
(a) Jocasta.
(b) A farmer.
(c) A fisherman.
(d) Ismene.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. The theme of these legends is that giving in to human passion creates _________.

3. Because of Eteocles' suggestion of what the Chorus should pray about, they begin to pray about what?

4. Who does Eteocles accuse of bringing down the city's morale?

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

(see the answer key)

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