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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "Hippolytus": For what reason does Theseus think his wife has killed herself after reading and misunderstanding her note?
(a) Remorse.
(b) Shame.
(c) Sadness.
(d) Guilt.

2. "Alcestis": What is the woman dressed in when Heracles returns with her?
(a) A robe.
(b) A mask.
(c) A veil.
(d) A caftan.

3. "Alcestis": Who questions the handmaiden of Alcestis in the beginning of the play?
(a) The leader of the chorus.
(b) Death.
(c) The Fates.
(d) A god.

4. "Medea": What reason does Medea give Creon for staying one more day?
(a) To say goodbye to Jason.
(b) To help her sons adjust.
(c) To gather her things.
(d) To put her affairs in order.

5. "Alcestis": Pheres is what relation to Admetus?
(a) His uncle.
(b) His nephew.
(c) His father.
(d) His son.

Short Answer Questions

1. "Alcestis": What state is Heracles in when he claims he will meet death and wrestle for the life of Alcestis?

2. "Hippolytus": When the scene shifts to Phaedra and her nurse, what condition is Phaedra in?

3. "Hippolytus": What is Artemis the goddess of?

4. "Hippolytus": What does Hippolytus give to Artemis's statue?

5. "Hippolytus": What about her desire is causing Phaedra not to eat?

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