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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 wealthy in the joy of motherhood.
(b) That they are unhappy if they don't realize their great power over their husbands.
(c) That they are unhappy for their slavery to their husbands.
(d) That they are enslaved by motherhood.

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. "Medea": Where did Jason and Medea travel to make a home and future for their children?

2. "Hippolytus": Who is Hippolytus's father?

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

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

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

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