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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Oedipus first say to Creon as he approaches?
(a) He asks why Creon is so late.
(b) He asks who Creon has spoken to.
(c) He asks why Creon looks so strange.
(d) He asks what message the gods sent.

2. Who does Teiresias say he serves?
(a) Zeus
(b) Oedipus
(c) Apollo
(d) Creon

3. What does Creon say about the god's call to avenge Laius' death now?
(a) He says it will be an easy task.
(b) He says it is too late for revenge.
(c) He says the gods have asked the impossible.
(d) He says it is fitting.

4. What does Teiresias believe about future events?
(a) They can be stopped but only by Oedipus.
(b) They can be stopped by his silence.
(c) They are for the best.
(d) He cannot change them.

5. Why does the chorus think it's time for the murderer to flee?
(a) Teiresias will eventually name him.
(b) Zeus' son, Apollo, is against him.
(c) The ire of the city is rising against him.
(d) Oedipus is against him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Oedipus say he's been doing in his sorrow?

2. Why does Oedipus say he's not punishing Teiresias?

3. Who does Oedipus say he's seeking vengeance for?

4. Before Teiresias leaves, what does he say about the murderer's nationality?

5. What does the priest say that Oedipus will be king of, if he doesn't solve the town's problems?

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