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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Eteocles and the Chorus express themselves through which literary element?

3. Who represents Eteocles' own blindness and bad judgment?

4. Who represents Eteocles' stubbornness while his shield represents Eteocles' passions?

5. Men see the act of combat as _________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Would you classify Eteocles as an honorable king or a family traitor? Give examples to support your opinion.

Essay Topic 3

What role does religion and prayer play in Seven Against Thebes? Give a detailed example.

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