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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "Andromache": Whom does Andromache send to fetch Peleus?
(a) Her daughter.
(b) Her handmaiden.
(c) The shepherd.
(d) The priestess.

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

3. "Medea": Of what besides deceit does Medea accuse Jason?
(a) Slavery.
(b) Jealousy.
(c) Trickery.
(d) Lust.

4. "Hippolytus": Why is Aphrodite angry with Hippolytus?
(a) He will not build her a temple.
(b) He will not talk to her.
(c) He will not worship her.
(d) He will not love her.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. "Hippolytus": Hippolytus's father is in exile to pay penance for a crime committed where?

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

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

4. "Hippolytus": With whom does Aphrodite make Phaedra fall in love?

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

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