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Welcome to the Oedipus Rex Play Quiz! This play by Sophocles tells the story of Oedipus, who tried to avoid killing his birth father, but his fate catches up to him thanks to his anger. Do you agree that he is the essence of...

Questions: 23 | Attempts: 2227 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2022

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What is the priest doing at the beginning of the play?

Asking the gods for help

Accusing Oedipus

Asking Teiresias for help

Sacrificing to the Sphinx

Classical Literature Quiz: Oedipus Rex By Sophocles

Classical Literature Quiz: Oedipus Rex by Sophocles- With the city being struck by a mysterious plague, King Oedipus of Thebes sends his brother-in-law Creon to identify the cause. Have you read the story and think that you can...

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 3156 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2022

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What does the priest tell Oedipus is wrong with Thebes?

The citizens of Thebes hate Oedipus

The citizens of Thebes are poor

The citizens of Thebes are suffering from a plague

Which Character From Oedipus Rex Are You?

Take this fun quiz to see which character in Oedipus Rex you're most like; but be careful--can you handle the truth?

Questions: 9 | Attempts: 832 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2022

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Which of these is most like your ideal family?

My spouse is my world and that's all I need.

I have the perfect family unit - two boys, two girls, and a loving spouse.

Family? What family?

I'm a loner.

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