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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. "Andromache": Who is Hermione?
(a) Princess of Athens.
(b) Princess of Troy.
(c) Princess of Delphi.
(d) Princess of Sparta.

3. "Alcestis": What state is Heracles in when he claims he will meet death and wrestle for the life of Alcestis?
(a) Happy.
(b) Grief-stricken.
(c) Sleep.
(d) Drunk.

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

5. "Hippolytus": When the nurse tells Hippolytus of Phaedra's desire for him, Hippolytus swears he will never break his vow of what?
(a) Marriage.
(b) Honesty.
(c) Poverty.
(d) Chastity.

Short Answer Questions

1. "Medea": What does Medea need to find before she carries out her plans for Jason?

2. "Trojan Women": What activities are heard during the opening scene?

3. "Hippolytus": What about her desire is causing Phaedra not to eat?

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

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

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