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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Phaedra.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Before his brother's treachery is revealed in the fifth act, what does Thyestes admit to being upset about in regards to his supposed reconciliation to Atreus?
(a) His sons are not there to share the joy.
(b) Atreus' sons are not present to meet their uncle.
(c) Their father could not have lived to see them reconcile.
(d) They could not have reconciled earlier.

2. Why was Hippolytus trapped upon his horse before his death?
(a) He could not dismount.
(b) He fell and became tangled in the reins.
(c) His saddle was sabotaged.
(d) His sword became ensnared with the horse's mane.

3. How does Atreus plan to lure Thyestes to his castle?
(a) He has sent word to Thyestes that he is dying.
(b) He has sent word to Thyestes that he wants to abdicate the throne.
(c) He has sent word to Thyestes that he wants to groom his oldest nephew to be his heir.
(d) He has sent word to Thyestes, falsely begging for a reconciliation.

4. What reason does Atreus give for hating the three boys?
(a) They are his brother's sons.
(b) The boys tormented Atreus' sons.
(c) They could change the tide of favor against Atreus.
(d) Atreus was in love with their mother.

5. How does Atreus protect his sons from sharing the blame for his plot against Thyestes?
(a) Atreus lies to them about his plan.
(b) Atreus sends them away.
(c) Atreus keeps them completely ignorant of the plan.
(d) Atreus pleads with Zeus to keep them ignorant.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what sort of garb is Phaedra's nurse dressed in the third act?

2. How does Phaedra die?

3. Who is Theseus' first wife?

4. At the end of "Thyestes," what does the titular character entrust to the gods?

5. Upon what did Hippolytus' horses run when escaping the attacking creature?

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