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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What might motivate the kings to come after Medea even if she's under Aegeus' protection?
(a) To get revenge against her for killing Jason and the princess.
(b) A desire to claim her sorcery for their own uses.
(c) Jealousy over her beauty and resources being used by Aegeus.
(d) Hatred for all foreigners.

2. What choice does Jason claim Medea will regret in the future?
(a) Threatening the King.
(b) Arranging to go back to her homeland.
(c) Staying in a kingdom nearby.
(d) Refusing his money.

3. What has Creon's experience been with showing mercy?
(a) It yields large rewards in terms of public opinion.
(b) It makes him look weak.
(c) It makes him many new friends.
(d) It gets him into trouble.

4. What prevents Medea from returning to her homeland?
(a) There is no ship that will go there.
(b) Her pride.
(c) She is forbidden from returning by Creon.
(d) She is a criminal there.

5. Why does Jason claim Medea should think his plan is good?
(a) She would like it if love weren't a factor.
(b) It will free her up to pursue love elsewhere.
(c) It will provide funds for her and her children.
(d) She will be able to travel like she always wanted.

Short Answer Questions

1. What attitude does Jason have towards Medea when he appears?

2. What characters interrupt the Nurse's monologue?

3. Why does Jason say dealing with Medea is hopeless?

4. Why does Medea feel immigrant women need to work particularly hard?

5. To whom does Medea reveal her complete plan for revenge?

(see the answer key)

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