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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Play 2, Part 3 (p. 183-190).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the chorus instruct Cilissa to do instead of following Clytemnestra's orders?
(a) Cilissa must cut Aegisthus's throat.
(b) Cilissa must convince Aegisthus to cleanse himself.
(c) Cilissa must bring Aegisthus alone.
(d) Cilissa must push Aegisthus into the bay.

2. What god does the leader of the chorus praise for Agamemnon's victory?
(a) Zeus.
(b) Hera.
(c) Apollo.
(d) Athena.

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

4. Who comprises the group of women at Agamemnon's tomb?
(a) Family servants who have been with them for years.
(b) Female Trojans whom Agamemnon took prisoner.
(c) Amazons.
(d) Priestesses of Apollo.

5. How does Agamemnon make his entrance?
(a) On foot.
(b) In a horse-cart.
(c) In a chariot.
(d) On horse back.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Orestes convince Electra that he is her brother when they find each other at Agamemnon's tomb?

2. What does Orestes wonder about the women approaching his father's tomb?

3. For what does Clytemnestra particularly take offense with the chorus while reveling in her triumph?

4. To whom does Electra pray while at Agamemnon's tomb?

5. What does Orestes leave behind at his father's tomb in tribute ?

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