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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) Mastermind.
(b) Hero.
(c) Nobleman.
(d) Tyrant.

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

3. The belief system of ancient Greece is that existence depends upon _____, or the will of the gods?
(a) Fate.
(b) Luck.
(c) Destiny.
(d) Free will.

4. The principle contrast in Part 2 represents traditional male and female differences in the thought about __________.
(a) War.
(b) Economics.
(c) Voting.
(d) Politics.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Eteocles' story and actions echo the story and actions of which other story?

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

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

4. What does Eteocles compare his position to?

5. Whose appearance and description of the armies is a typical device of classical Greek theatre?

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