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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ode 1 (First Stasimon).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Antigone claims she will be ready to face a/an _____________ death if she is caught in her actions.
(a) Painful
(b) Quick
(c) Easy
(d) Honorable

2. _____________ are many, and none is more important than man.
(a) Disciples
(b) Wonders
(c) Creations
(d) Animals

3. What is the other name for God that is used by the Chorus in this scene of the play and throughout the play?
(a) Zeus
(b) Apollo
(c) Mercury
(d) Creon

4. What army decided to attack Thebes, though they were driven back during their efforts during the play?
(a) Greek
(b) Italian
(c) Roman
(d) Argive

5. Creon realizes he still needs to prove his worth to the people as a _____________.
(a) Leader
(b) Fighter
(c) Friend
(d) Judge

Short Answer Questions

1. Choragos speaks for the Chorus as ___________, pleading for more active support from others in the city during the play.

2. What else does the Chorus remind the audience that man is strong in?

3. Ismene tries to uphold __________ law and does not believe anyone should oppose it during the play.

4. What is the walled city that is featured in the actions of this story and drama?

5. What is the relationship between Polyneices and Antigone in this play?

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