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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Laius is regarded as a _______ in the city of Thebes.

2. Which of the following is not a fear of the women of Thebes?

3. Who kills Oedipus' adopted father in the Background section of the play?

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

5. What type of violation is used to describe women being treated like treasures?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why would Eteocles and Polyneices plot to kill their father?

2. What is the significance of the approaching army setting up their own memorial for their families back home?

3. Was the decision between Eteocles and Polyneices to share time as king of Thebes a fair and just agreement? Explain.

4. Give two examples of the theme: power of curses as seen in the play, Seven Against Thebes.

5. Give an example of how rebellion and defiance occurs within part 4.

6. Give an example of how religion is utilized in part 1 of the play.

7. Describe the theme of fate as depicted in part 2 of the play.

8. Describe the overall mood of part 2.

9. Describe Laius' character.

10. What is the role of the Scout? In your opinion is this character important to the play? Why or why not?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does the idea of battle and war differ between men and women?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss and analyze the following quote, "The grief for kindred is the bond and link of mankind, common to all, unchanging." Who spoke these words and do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Essay Topic 3

Give two examples that exemplify the power of the curse over the characters in the play.

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