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Which title was originally used by the ancient Greeks to refer to the play?
Which title was originally used by the ancient Greeks to refer to the play?
- Oedipus Tyrannus
- Oedipus Rex
- Oedipus (correct)
- Oedipus the King
When was Oedipus Rex first performed?
When was Oedipus Rex first performed?
- around 400 BC
- 429 BC (correct)
- around 450 BC
- around 500 BC
What is the significance of the title 'Oedipus Tyrannus'?
What is the significance of the title 'Oedipus Tyrannus'?
- It reflects the negative connotation of the term 'tyrant'
- It highlights Oedipus' tyrannical behavior
- It emphasizes Oedipus' rule as a legitimate king
- It differentiates the play from Oedipus at Colonus (correct)
Which Theban play by Sophocles was written after Oedipus Rex?
Which Theban play by Sophocles was written after Oedipus Rex?
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What does the term 'tyrant' refer to in antiquity?
What does the term 'tyrant' refer to in antiquity?
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