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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "Alcestis": What does Admetus heap on Pheres before he leaves the funeral?
(a) Work.
(b) Curses.
(c) Blessings.
(d) Advice.

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

3. "Alcestis": What does Heracles seek from Admetus when he arrives at the house?
(a) Hospitality.
(b) Food.
(c) Advice.
(d) Money.

4. "Alcestis": Pheres says that no man wishes to die. What does he suggest is better?
(a) For the wife to die.
(b) For the slaves to die.
(c) For the childrento die.
(d) For the servants to die.

5. "Medea": What does Medea need to find before she carries out her plans for Jason?
(a) A place to go.
(b) Money to travel.
(c) A safe home for her children.
(d) A safe haven for her flight.

Short Answer Questions

1. "Medea": Who is Medea?

2. "Medea": Who tells Medea that she and her two sons are to be exiled immediately?

3. "Alcestis": Admetus's wife says she is dying because it is her natural duty and for another reason.Admetus's What is it?

4. "Medea": What does Jason promise Medea he will provide for her?

5. "Alcestis": What does Admetus's wife make him promise not to do after she dies?

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