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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "Alcestis": Whom does Heracles talk to and learn the extent of the events in the household?
(a) The gardener.
(b) The handmaiden.
(c) The butler.
(d) The cook.

2. "Medea": Medea claims that women are the unhappiest creatures on earth for a second reason. What is the second reason?
(a) They have to live as mothers to children.
(b) They have to live with men.
(c) They have to teach children.
(d) They have to bear the terror of childbirth.

3. "Alcestis": Who helped Admetus cheat the Fates?
(a) Zeus.
(b) His wife.
(c) Apollo.
(d) His daughter.

4. "Hippolytus": What does Hippolytus give to Artemis's statue?
(a) Food.
(b) Flowers.
(c) Incense.
(d) Garlands.

5. "Medea": Who is Medea?
(a) A Greek priestess.
(b) A non-Greek priestess.
(c) A non-Greek sorceress.
(d) A Greek sorceress.

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": What is Aphrodite goddess of?

3. "Medea": Whom does Creon think Medea will attempt to kill?

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

5. "Alcestis": What is the name of the son who discusses his sorrow with Admetus?

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