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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. The principle contrast in Part 2 is between what two objects?
(a) Tastes.
(b) Smell.
(c) Noise.
(d) Animals.

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

4. Who does the King of Thebes address in the city?
(a) Women citizens.
(b) Male citizens.
(c) Working citizens.
(d) All citizens.

5. What does Eteocles compare Thebes and its land to?
(a) Their mother.
(b) Their brother.
(c) Their father.
(d) Their sister.

Short Answer Questions

1. To try to escape the will of the gods is considered ___________.

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

3. Eteocles explains that praying is not the problem of the Chorus, but the way they are praying since they are praying for what?

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

5. Who prays to the gods to guide and inspire Eteocles' generals to victory?

(see the answer key)

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