1. What bargain does Medea strike with Creon?
(a) That she can stay as a servant to Creon.
(b) That she can stay one more day.
(c) That her children must leave but she can stay.
(d) That she doesn't have to leave for a year.

2. What is the purpose of the first section of the play?
(a) To make the audience laugh before the tragedy begins.
(b) To offer background information.
(c) To apologize for any parts the audience may not like.
(d) To introduce every character in the play.

3. Why does Medea first consent to leave her home and meet with the chorus?
(a) She wants to find out if they have information about where to find Jason.
(b) She is afraid if she stays inside any longer she will go mad.
(c) She needs friends to comfort her and help her plan for the future.
(d) It's important to foreigners to keep up good relations with the locals.

4. What supernatural ability is Medea said to have?
(a) It's not specifically said, but she is called a witch.
(b) The ability to foretell and change the future.
(c) She is able to read thoughts and project her own.
(d) The ability to curse people to die horribly.

5. Why does the Nurse think Medea will refuse to exit her home?
(a) She doesn't really like the women of the chorus.
(b) She is afraid to go outside.
(c) She is too angry.
(d) She doesn't want anyone to see her tear-stained face.