Oedipus Rex test, Plot Exam Questions And Answers 100% Solved

Oedipus Rex test, Plot Exam Questions And Answers 100% Solved Prologue; What problems face the people of Thebes? - answerplague, pestilence, stillborn children Prologue; Why did they have to come to Oedipus? - answerThey are seeking out his help because he is wise. He solved the Sphinx's Riddle. Prologue: What did the riddle of the sphinx have to do with the ascension of Oedipus to the throne? - answerIt was his prize= by answering the riddle he became king. Prologue: What has Oedipus already done to help the people of Thebes? - answerSent Creon to get answers from the Oracle at Delphi. Prologue: What news does Creon bring to Oedipus? - answerSomeone Killed Laois. The killer was still living in Thebes. Prologue: How did the former king Laius die? - answerHe was attacked by Highwaymen on the road to Thebes. Prologue: How does Oedipus react to this news? - answerHe is eager to help. Prologue: What does Oedipus pledge to do? - answerHe pledges to avenge the king's death, to find the killer. The Parados - answeropening song performed by the chorus ( gives some thoughts related to the main theme) Parados: What does the chorus describe in the Parados? - answerThe Bad things happening in thebes. Parados: To whom does the chorus pray for assistance - answerThey pray to the gods ( Athena, Artemis, Zeus, Apollo) Scene 1 (aka Episode 1): - answerdialogue between characters Scene 1: What demands does Oedipus make on the people of Thebes regarding the mystery of Laois death? - answerIf you know something speak, you will be richly rewarded.