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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom is Death arguing with at the beginning of the play "Alcestis"?
(a) Alcestis.
(b) Admetus.
(c) Apollo.
(d) The Fates.

2. "Alcestis": Admetus's wife says she is dying because it is her natural duty and for another reason.Admetus's What is it?
(a) She does not want the kingdom to suffer.
(b) She does not want to live anymore.
(c) She does not want her children to go fatherless.
(d) She does not want her husband to die.

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

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

5. "Medea": What does Jason promise Medea he will provide for her?
(a) A place to go.
(b) Love for his sons.
(c) A home and money.
(d) A father for his sons.

Short Answer Questions

1. "Alcestis": Where does Admetus rule?

2. "Medea": What reason does Medea give Creon for staying one more day?

3. "Alcestis": Who agrees to die in place of Admetus?

4. "Alcestis": Who questions the handmaiden of Alcestis in the beginning of the play?

5. "Medea": Medea claims that women are the unhappiest creatures on earth for a second reason. What is the second reason?

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