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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ajax give to his son when he tells him that he must become a warrior?
(a) His horse.
(b) His sword.
(c) His shield.
(d) His ring.

2. When Teucer arrives at the Greek camp, where does he come from?
(a) The Mysian plains.
(b) The Mysian heights.
(c) The Mysian ships.
(d) The Mysian shores.

3. Why does Teucer not think it is wise to allow Odysseus to help in the burial?
(a) Because it might displease Tecmessa.
(b) Because it might displease the gods.
(c) Because it might displease the other kings.
(d) Because it might displease the dead.

4. Teucer predicts that his father will feel what kind of grief?
(a) Pitiful and shameful grief.
(b) Painful and angry grief.
(c) Ugly and horrendous grief.
(d) Sorrowful and distant grief.

5. Who was Agamemnon's grandfather, according to Teucer?
(a) A barbarian.
(b) A sailor.
(c) A slave.
(d) A servant.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Greek drama, killing and humiliation bring what?

2. What does the Chorus think should "hide one who is sick in soul"?

3. Who does Ajax first ask to kill him to put him out of his misery?

4. Who brings Ajax's son onto the stage?

5. Who does Ajax tell Athena that he thinks he has captured, and will torture?

(see the answer key)

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