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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the fourth general the Scout describes as constantly shouting out his war cry and acting almost insane with blood lust?

2. Who does Eteocles promise to put in prison if they do not obey him and bravely face the danger of war?

3. Eteocles reaction was so extreme to whom because of his angry determination to save and protect the city?

4. Who is nicknamed "Killer of many?"

5. Whose shield bears the image of a man climbing a ladder and shouting that not even Ares will knock him off it?

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 the importance of the Oracle of Apollo to the relationship between Lauis and Oedipus.

Essay Topic 3

Seven Against Thebes is set in a male-dominated society full of violence and war. What role do women play in this society?

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