9th Pre-AP English Semester 1 Review Pt. 2 - Literature.

Front

Who is the woman that turns Odysseus's men into pigs?

Back

Circe

Front

True or False: Antigone believes that burying her brother is a 'holy crime' that she must commit.

Back

True

Front

What is Antigone's moral dilemma?

Back

gods' laws over civil law

Front

Why does Lord Capulet forbid Tybalt from harming Romeo?

Back

Romeo is a gentleman and Capulet doesn't want to cause a scene at his party.

Front

What name does Odysseus use to trick the Cyclops?

Back

Nobody

Front

What causes Odysseus to reveal his real name to the Cyclops?

Back

Odysseus' pride

Front

Define 'hubris' in literature.

Back

Excessive pride or self-confidence, often leading to downfall.

Front

What is the significance of the theme of fate vs. free will in literature?

Back

It explores the tension between predetermined outcomes and individual choices.

Front

What role does the chorus play in Greek tragedies?

Back

The chorus provides commentary, reflects on themes, and interacts with the characters.

Front

What is a tragic hero?

Back

A character who makes a judgment error that inevitably leads to their own destruction.