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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. How many parts is the Chorus split into after Ajax's death?
(a) One.
(b) Two.
(c) Four.
(d) Three.
2. Who does Ajax want to curse Agamemnon and Menelaus?
(a) The Harpies.
(b) The Horsemen.
(c) The Fates.
(d) The Furies.
3. When does Teucer say: O ghastly sight! Victim of ruthless courage!
(a) When the cover is lifted from Ajax's body.
(b) When he sees Tecmessa weeping.
(c) When he is praying about Ajax's death.
(d) When Menelaus comes to talk to him.
4. Where does Tecmessa want Ajax to meet Teucer?
(a) In his hut.
(b) At the fire.
(c) In his tent.
(d) On his ship.
5. Why is revenge often a theme in Greek plays?
(a) Because it was a common way of life.
(b) Because it helps explore humanity's dark side.
(c) Because it helps explore humanity's passionate and impulsive nature.
(d) Because it shows humanity's duplicity.
Short Answer Questions
1. What does Ajax tell the Chorus that Tecmessa awakened?
2. The messenger was supposed to keep Ajax in what location until Teucer could speak with him?
3. At the end of Part III, Tecmessa realizes that Ajax has done what to her?
4. Teucer predicts that his father will feel what kind of grief?
5. What are some of the normal events, that take place off stage, that the messengers bring word of?
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