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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Oracle foretells Laius that Oedipus would one day ______ him.
(a) Lie.
(b) Imprision.
(c) Blind.
(d) Kill.

2. The theme of these legends is that giving in to human passion creates _________.
(a) Love..
(b) Peace..
(c) Joy.
(d) Suffering.

3. When Oedipus' crimes are revealed, what happens to Jocasta?
(a) She is murdered.
(b) She commits suicide.
(c) She blinds herself.
(d) She becomes ruler of Thebes.

4. Imagery throughout the play is based on ________.
(a) Clouds and Birds.
(b) Ships and the Sea.
(c) Sand and Mountains.
(d) Jungle and Tigers.

5. The imagery in general represents a basic element of the Greek philosophy of ________.
(a) Time.
(b) Space.
(c) Location.
(d) Existence.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Jocasta?

2. What is another name for the Scout?

3. Any citizen in the _____ would know the story, or myth, that "Seven Against Thebes" is based on.

4. After Oedipus' death, who rules the city of Thebes?

5. Who does the King of Thebes address in the city?

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