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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The theme of these legends also states that the after-effects can last for generations, which means it's better to listen to the will of __________.
(a) The gods.
(b) Their parents.
(c) Their ancestors.
(d) Themselves.

2. Eteocles explains that praying is not the problem of the Chorus, but the way they are praying since they are praying for what?
(a) The safety of Eteocles.
(b) The safety of themselves.
(c) The safety of the children.
(d) The safety of their husbands.

3. Who is the second general that says that he will destroy the city whether it is the gods' will or not?
(a) Melanippus.
(b) Kapaneus.
(c) Polyphontes.
(d) Eteoklos.

4. At the end of the first year, what does Eteocles refused to do?
(a) Find a wife.
(b) Fight the war.
(c) Give up the throne.
(d) Feed the hungry.

5. Eteocles' refusal to respect his agreement with Polyneices indicates his desire to ___________.
(a) Anger his brother.
(b) Disown his brother.
(c) Possess and control the city.
(d) Have world domination.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Chorus formally pray to Zeus and the other gods, asking them _____________.

2. Seven Against Thebes is structured in what form?

3. Who is the second general Eteocles sends out?

4. Plays performed in ancient Greece highlight all of the following aspects of city life, except _____.

5. Traditionally, women are more concerned with _________.

(see the answer key)

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