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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What word best describes Medea's emotional reaction to Creon?
(a) Contempt.
(b) Apathy.
(c) Glee.
(d) Anger.

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

3. Why does the Nurse send the children inside after hearing the Tutor's news?
(a) She is afraid Medea may take her anger out on them.
(b) It is time for their baths before supper.
(c) She doesn't want them hearing more gossip about their parents.
(d) She wants some time alone with the Tutor.

4. Who is the first character to appear in the play?
(a) The Nurse.
(b) Creon.
(c) Jason.
(d) Medea.

5. What is the name of Jason's ship?
(a) The Argo.
(b) The Golden Fleece.
(c) The Nautilus.
(d) The Labyrinth.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Medea plan to exact her revenge?

2. What supernatural ability is Medea said to have?

3. What does the Nurse feel is best for people?

4. Medea longs to go to what place that she's forbidden to visit?

5. What is the Nurse's reaction when she learns what Jason thinks about the plan involving Medea?

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