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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What stands in the way of Medea enacting her plans immediately?
(a) She has to take the time to prepare mentally.
(b) She needs a place to go afterwards.
(c) She needs to collect special herbs by moonlight.
(d) She can't get to her victims in the dark and must wait until morning.

2. What has Creon's experience been with showing mercy?
(a) It gets him into trouble.
(b) It yields large rewards in terms of public opinion.
(c) It makes him look weak.
(d) It makes him many new friends.

3. Which character caused Medea's rage?
(a) Jason.
(b) Aegeus.
(c) Creon.
(d) The Nurse.

4. What does the chorus tell Medea about men?
(a) They betray women all the time.
(b) They are dangerous to love.
(c) They are never satisfied with just one woman.
(d) They tend to stray but always come back.

5. What does Creon, despite his actions, believe compassion leads to?
(a) Happiness.
(b) Popularity.
(c) Suffering.
(d) Revenge.

Short Answer Questions

1. What role does Medea think she should play in Jason's new marriage?

2. What did Aegeus think of the oracle's reply to his question?

3. Who decides on the oath Aegeus swears?

4. Why does Medea believe Jason looked for another woman?

5. Why does Medea call her children out during her second scene with Jason?

(see the answer key)

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