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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the first line of the fourth ode, how does the Chorus refer to the women?
(a) The happy souls of wine.
(b) The wild women.
(c) The daughters of Dionysus.
(d) The daughters of Cadmus.

2. Cadmus doesn't say whether or not he believes Dionysus is a god, but tells Pentheus that it would be wise of Pentheus to treat Dionysus as what?
(a) An honored guest.
(b) A family member.
(c) A god.
(d) A king.

3. When Dionysus refers to "the seats of Nymphs" and "the place of Pan" what is he referring to?
(a) Hills.
(b) Rivers.
(c) Trees.
(d) Forrests.

4. The Chorus asks Dionysus to lead them places and act as their what?
(a) Godly guide.
(b) Divine guide.
(c) Celestial guide.
(d) Kingly guide.

5. According to the Chorus, when is it right to override the laws of custom?
(a) When it is in the interests of the gods.
(b) On occasion.
(c) Never.
(d) When it is in the interests of the people.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Pentheus leaves the palace, what is he dressed as?

2. What does Tiresius suffer from?

3. During the third ode, the Chorus looks forward to what?

4. What kind of herd was the first messenger driving when he came upon the women?

5. According to the messenger, what has Pentheus's mother won?

(see the answer key)

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