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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through First Choral Ode.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Pentheus holds what title?
(a) Philosopher.
(b) Priest.
(c) King.
(d) Ruler.

2. The Chorus says that sophistry is not what?
(a) Folly.
(b) Senseless.
(c) Wisdom.
(d) Practical.

3. What would a follower of Dionysus "brandish" while wearing a crown of ivy?
(a) A sword.
(b) A frustus.
(c) A spear.
(d) A thyrsus.

4. According to the Chorus, what is hateful to Dionysus?
(a) Not treating guests as family.
(b) Not believing in divinity.
(c) Not caring about the feasts.
(d) Not living the life of bliss.

5. What relationship is Pentheus to Dionysus?
(a) Half-brother.
(b) Cousin.
(c) Nephew.
(d) Brother.

Short Answer Questions

1. Pentheus is ______ by the worshipers of Dionysus.

2. According to the Chorus, the end of all unbridled speech would bring what?

3. What are Tiresius and Cadmus wearing?

4. Who leaves the stage right before the Chorus enters for the first time?

5. What instrument does the Chorus say Dionysus can "wake?"

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