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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Play 2, Part 4 (9.190-196).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the lineage of the woman with Agamemnon in the third part of the first play?
(a) She is Helen's half sister.
(b) She is a Trojan princess.
(c) She is the daughter of the queen of the Amazons.
(d) She is a priestess of Athena.

2. How do the women describe Clytemnestra in their first appearance in "The Libation Bearers"?
(a) Wise.
(b) God-abandoned.
(c) Loving.
(d) Thrice-cursed.

3. According to the chorus of women, what will atone for the murder of Agamemnon?
(a) Electra giving herself over to the gods.
(b) Clytemnestra's resignation of the throne.
(c) An apology.
(d) A blood sacrifice.

4. What does Orestes leave behind at his father's tomb in tribute ?
(a) His sister's letters.
(b) His sword.
(c) A book of verse.
(d) A lock of his hair.

5. Why does Agamemnon walk inside his palace the way he does?
(a) He believes it is more touching to walk in together.
(b) He does not care about Clytemnestra's feelings on the matter.
(c) He believes it is more humbling.
(d) He believes it is grander.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Agamemnon, what kept him strong during the war?

2. According to the chorus, what is the only thing Electra can pray for while at Agamemnon's grave?

3. What does Orestes remind his mother of when she pleads for her life?

4. When does the second play take place?

5. What does Electra find on her father's tomb?

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