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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "Medea": What does Medea claim about women?
(a) That they are enslaved by motherhood.
(b) That they are unhappy for their slavery to their husbands.
(c) That they are unhappy if they don't realize their great power over their husbands.
(d) That they are wealthy in the joy of motherhood.

2. "Alcestis": What does the chorus think the upcoming death Admetus's wife is like?
(a) Farce.
(b) Gift.
(c) Sacrifice.
(d) Sealing.

3. "Hippolytus": What about her desire is causing Phaedra not to eat?
(a) That it is not her own.
(b) That it is impossible.
(c) None of the answers is correct.
(d) That it is shameful.

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

5. "Hippolytus": Who gave Theseus the wish he uses to call down death on Hippolytus?
(a) Apollo.
(b) Hades.
(c) Ares.
(d) Poseidon.

Short Answer Questions

1. "Alcestis": What is the woman dressed in when Heracles returns with her?

2. "Alcestis": Pheres says that no man wishes to die. What does he suggest is better?

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

4. "Hippolytus": When the nurse tells Hippolytus of Phaedra's desire for him, Hippolytus swears he will never break his vow of what?

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

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