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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jason say Medea is lucky?
(a) He thinks she should be executed for threatening the King.
(b) Her husband is still willing to provide for her when she leaves.
(c) She has two children to take with her so she won't be lonely.
(d) She doesn't have to worry about how to provide for a family.

2. What goddess does Medea invoke as she plans her revenge?
(a) Aphrodite.
(b) Hera.
(c) Artemis.
(d) Hecate.

3. What does the chorus, after hearing Medea's plans, say about relations between men and women?
(a) That men look out for women as best they can.
(b) That women should stop expecting more than is realistic from men.
(c) That women are frequently wronged by men.
(d) That men should be careful of the wrath of women.

4. What does the chorus do when they learn of Medea's plans for revenge?
(a) Argue with Medea about her plans.
(b) Promise to keep them secret.
(c) Protest that she is out of her mind.
(d) Send someone to warn the King.

5. When did Medea kill for Jason?
(a) When he was trying to escape with the Golden Fleece.
(b) Just before their first child was born.
(c) Several times throughout their marriage.
(d) Aboard the Argo when they were attacked by sirens.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why doesn't Aegeus want to risk offending Creon?

2. Who does Medea plan to take revenge against?

3. What is an oracle?

4. Why does Aegeus swear an oath to Medea?

5. What does Jason offer Medea towards the end of their argument?

(see the answer key)

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