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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Play 1, Part 3 (p.133-140).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the function of the herald at the beginning of the second part of the first play?
(a) He brings news of Aegisthus.
(b) He brings news of Agamemnon.
(c) He brings news of Iphigenia.
(d) He brings news of Orestes.

2. What city does Clytemnestra describe as being ruined, burned, and full of mourning for the dead?
(a) Troy.
(b) Athens.
(c) Mycenae.
(d) Delphi.

3. What does Agamemnon find unsuitable about his welcome?
(a) He says it is suited for gods, not mortals.
(b) He says that it is clearly meant for someone else.
(c) He says it is too poor for a king.
(d) He does not find it unsuitable.

4. According to the chorus in the second part of the first play, what will always prevail?
(a) Justice.
(b) Vengeance.
(c) Love.
(d) Loyalty.

5. What do the female attendants lay on the ground for Agamemnon to walk upon?
(a) A gold cloth.
(b) A red cloth.
(c) A white cloth.
(d) A purple cloth.

Short Answer Questions

1. To what does the chorus compare Troy after the herald exits?

2. For what does the herald thank the gods?

3. In her first appearance, Clytemnestra claims the chorus does not believe her. On what grounds does she base this claim?

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

5. In the first part of the first play, what signal is the man on the roof looking for?

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