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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why doesn't Creon trust Medea's reasons for allowing her to stay?
(a) He has heard stories about her and thinks she is a liar.
(b) They don't sound real to him.
(c) She sounds too angry to be able to live there peacefully.
(d) He thinks she is clever enough to be manipulative.

3. Whom does Jason intend to marry?
(a) Medea's cousin.
(b) Hecate.
(c) Aegeus's sister.
(d) Creon's daughter.

4. What does the chorus tell Medea about men?
(a) They are never satisfied with just one woman.
(b) They are dangerous to love.
(c) They betray women all the time.
(d) They tend to stray but always come back.

5. What does Creon, despite his actions, believe compassion leads to?
(a) Revenge.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Popularity.
(d) Suffering.

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom does the Nurse say Medea cries for comfort?

2. Who orders Medea to leave with her children?

3. Who is the first character to appear in the play?

4. What goddess does Medea invoke as she plans her revenge?

5. What two characters are getting divorced?

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