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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Teiresias say he was "wise enough" to?
(a) Creon
(b) the gods
(c) Apollo
(d) Oedipus' parents

2. What does Teiresias say makes him strong?
(a) the truth
(b) the gods
(c) his powers
(d) anger

3. Who speaks for the people of Thebes as their leader?
(a) the prophet of Hera
(b) the oracle
(c) the parliamentary leader
(d) the priest of Zeus

4. What does Teiresias say about his own wisdom, after Oedipus questions him about Laius' murderer?
(a) It is a blessing and a curse.
(b) It brings no benefits.
(c) It is misunderstood, even by himself.
(d) It is fleeting and unreliable.

5. What does Oedipus ask of the citizens of Thebes?
(a) He orders them to hold a great celebration in the town.
(b) He orders them to gather together and stay in their houses.
(c) He orders them to reveal the murderer, if they know who he is.
(d) He orders them to go to the shrines and give offerings to the gods.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Who does Teiresias say he serves?

4. What does the priest point out about Oedipus overcoming the Sphinx?

5. Does Oedipus say he's ever met Laius?

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