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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Play 1, Part 5 (p.150-159).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the herald so joyful?
(a) The gods have spoken to him.
(b) He is home in Mycenae.
(c) Clytemnestra favors him.
(d) He is gotten married.

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

3. For what does Clytemnestra triumphantly reproach the chorus in the fifth part of "The Agamemnon"?
(a) Underestimating her because of her gender.
(b) Their ignorance about politics.
(c) Their reliance on the gods to intervene.
(d) Their support of Cassandra.

4. In which city does "The Oresteia" begin?
(a) Troy.
(b) Mycenae.
(c) Delphi.
(d) Athens.

5. How does part of the chorus react to the death of Agamemnon?
(a) They are indifferent.
(b) They believe he got what he deserved.
(c) They are joyous.
(d) They grieve for their king.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. About whom does the chorus ask the herald for news?

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

4. What is Clytemnestra's plan for ruling Mycenae at the end of the Agamemnon?

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

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