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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is Tydeus?

3. Amphiaraos is all of the following except:

4. What term does Eteocles and the Chorus use to describe the city of Thebes?

5. Who does Eteocles send to face Tydeus?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the concept of fear as presented in the play. Describe the Chorus' fear. Is their fear justified?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the chain of events that ultimately led to the death of Eteocles beginning with King Lauis.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the importance and the usage of imagery throughout the play Seven Against Thebes.

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