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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 does somber information does the chorus remind the herald of?
(a) Agamemnon does not wish to come home.
(b) People in Mycenae have been grieving for their loved ones at war.
(c) There are no princes and princesses left in the city.
(d) Clytemnestra has been unfaithful to her husband.

2. For what does the leader of the chorus praise Agamemnon upon his return?
(a) His captive, Cassandra.
(b) His continued piety to the gods.
(c) His continued fealty to his people.
(d) Victory with Troy.

3. According to the chorus, what was Paris's crime?
(a) Breaking the laws of nature.
(b) Kidnapping Helen to break the peace.
(c) Following the will of the gods.
(d) Following his heart.

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

5. According to Agamemnon, what was the cause of Troy's being "ground into dust?"
(a) It was the will of the gods.
(b) It was the will of two kings.
(c) It was over a woman.
(d) It was because of a misunderstanding.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Agamemnon make his entrance?

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

3. How does Agamemnon agree to walk on the carpet?

4. What does Agamemnon find unsuitable about his welcome?

5. What does Clytemnestra claim about her life since Agamemnon left for war?

(see the answer key)

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