American Culture
In America, it's typical to eat turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, and macaroni and cheese on this holiday.
Thanksgiving.
What does the name Oedipus mean?
'Swollen Foot.'
Where was Oedipus born?
Thebes.
Who was king of Thebes before Oedipus?
Laius.
Who solved the Sphinx's riddle?
Oedipus.
This Midwestern state is home to LeBron James, Dave Chapelle, and Tom Stoner.
Ohio.
Who saves Oedipus' life?
The shepherd.
Where did Oedipus grow up?
Corinth.
Who does Oedipus marry?
Jocasta.
What was the answer to the Sphinx's riddle?
A man.
In the American Presidential Election, which state is worth the most votes?
California.
Where does Oedipus go to find out who his parents are?
The Oracle of Delphi.
Who accompanies Oedipus into exile?
Antigone and Ismene.
Who sits on the throne of Thebes at the beginning of Oedipus at Colonus?
Creon and Eteocles.
Which God is associated with Colonus?
Poseidon.
How many stripes are on the American flag?
13.
How does Oedipus know his death is drawing near? (2) Answers!
(1) the prophecy says he will die in a grove like the one at Colonus
(2) there is a great storm.
What does Oedipus do to himself after he finds out the truth?
He blinds himself.
Who is the king of Athens?
Theseus.
Which ordinary clothing-related item does Oedipus use to punish himself after the truth is revealed?
Jocasta's brooches/hair pins.
List all of the classic ingredients used to make a McDonald's 'Big Mac.'
-Two all-beef patties
-special sauce
-lettuce
-cheese
-pickles
-onions
-sesame seed bun
Towards the end of Oedipus at Colonus, what does Oedipus pray for?
He prays that his sons will kill each other in battle.
Why is it so important to bury Oedipus' body?
It will provide a blessing to the land its buried within.
Which blind prophet blamed Oedipus for the plague in Thebes?
Tiresias.
Which mythological creatures are responsible for the sacred grove at Colonus?
The Furies.