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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Play 1, Part 2 (p. 125-132).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Clytemnestra's message to the herald, how has she kept her husband's house?
(a) She has given it over to someone else for safekeeping.
(b) As well as she could.
(c) She has been overwhelmed by the responsibilities of it.
(d) Safe and welcoming upon his return.

2. To what does the chorus compare Troy after the herald exits?
(a) A wise king with a terrible advisor.
(b) An old man.
(c) A beloved, though ungrateful child.
(d) A new baby.

3. In her first appearance, Clytemnestra claims the chorus does not believe her. On what grounds does she base this claim?
(a) She is an inexperienced queen.
(b) She is not a holy woman.
(c) She is not faithful to her husband.
(d) She is a woman.

4. What was Paris's actual deed that set off the Trojan War?
(a) He rejected Apollo.
(b) He dishonored Aphrodite.
(c) He kidnapped Helen.
(d) He murdered Menelaus.

5. For what does Clytemnestra scold the chorus in the second part of the first play?
(a) Not believing her.
(b) Not respecting Agamemnon.
(c) Not offering proper prayers to the gods.
(d) Not listening to the herald.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kept Agamemnon from leaving for Troy right away?

2. After receiving news of the fall of Troy, which Trojan does the chorus agree got what he deserved?

3. For which family member's sake did Agamemnon go to Troy?

4. What god does the leader of the chorus praise for Agamemnon's victory?

5. What does the herald believe about Agamemnon's brother?

(see the answer key)

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