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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Oedipus' crimes are revealed, what happens to Jocasta?

2. After Oedipus' adopts father is killed, Oedipus seeks revenge and kills _______ .

3. What does Eteocles compare Thebes and its land to?

4. Plays in ancient Greece are produced as part of what type of ceremony?

5. How many Gates of Thebes are there?

Short Essay Questions

1. Is Antigone just in her actions to give Polyneices a proper burial? Explain.

2. What is the significance of the approaching army setting up their own memorial for their families back home?

3. How is the city of Thebes most like a "mother" to her people?

4. Compare and contrast men and women's views of battle.

5. How does the Chorus use their senses to illustrate their fears of the war?

6. Give two examples of the theme: power of curses as seen in the play, Seven Against Thebes.

7. How do you think Eteocles is like a captain of a ship?

8. How does the city of Thebes view both Eteocles and Polyneices?

9. What is the significance of Oedipus being rescued and raised by a farmer?

10. What is the significance of the attacking general Eteoklos, having a name that is similar to Eteocles?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the role of the Scout. Describe the relationship between the Scout and Eteocles.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the importance of the Oracle of Apollo to the relationship between Lauis and Oedipus.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the theme of possession and control. Who best represents this theme? Give a detailed example.

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