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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Laius is regarded as a _______ in the city of Thebes.
(a) Tyrant.
(b) Mastermind.
(c) Nobleman.
(d) Hero.

2. Whose shield bears the image of a man climbing a ladder and shouting that not even Ares will knock him off it?
(a) Eteoklos.
(b) Kapaneus.
(c) Polyneices.
(d) Hyperbios.

3. To try to escape the will of the gods is considered ___________.
(a) Courageous.
(b) Impossible.
(c) Achievable.
(d) Tough.

4. What imagery does the Chorus use to illustrate the situation of Eteocles and his family?
(a) A ship.
(b) The waves.
(c) The throne.
(d) The ocean.

5. Eteocles reaction was so extreme to whom because of his angry determination to save and protect the city?
(a) His army.
(b) King of Argos.
(c) Polyneices.
(d) The women.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is nicknamed "Killer of many?"

3. Who is the King of Thebes in the beginning of the Background?

4. Who promises to "bring this man [Polyneices] to his harbor, and he shall enjoy his father's city?"

5. Who vows to either kill Eteocles or drive him into exile?

(see the answer key)

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