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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Electra, pages 23-42.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Aegisthus preparing to offer the goddess Nymphs in Electra?
(a) A slaughtered virgin.
(b) A slaughtered dragon.
(c) A slaughtered bull.
(d) A slaughtered lamb.

2. What is the opening scene of Electra?
(a) A tower.
(b) A war field.
(c) A castle.
(d) A farm cottage.

3. Who says our daily food is a small matter in Electra?
(a) The farmer.
(b) Orestes.
(c) Clytemnestra.
(d) Iphegenia.

4. How long is Agamemnon gone to war?
(a) Ten years.
(b) Fifteen years.
(c) Three years.
(d) One year.

5. What does Electra chide her husband for after the messenger has appeared?
(a) Mistrusting her.
(b) Abusing her.
(c) Raping her.
(d) Not feeding her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Electra explain to her guests the servant is?

2. Who recognizes Orestes in the cottage?

3. Who is Electra married to?

4. Who is Agamemnon's son?

5. Who does Electra tell her husband the messengers are from?

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