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

2. What does Medea think about the way women are treated by men in Greece?
(a) They are treated worse than slaves.
(b) They are treated with the same tolerance as children.
(c) They are treated very badly in general.
(d) They are treated well enough.

3. Why does Medea promise she won't hurt Creon?
(a) He has been a friend to her and she wouldn't betray his trust.
(b) She is afraid of him and his soldiers.
(c) He is too powerful and if she tried she would surely fail.
(d) He is only a father giving away his daughter to a good man.

4. How does Medea think women generally feel?
(a) Fearful and defenseless.
(b) Comforted and happy.
(c) Happy and maternal.
(d) Fearful and vengeful.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the chorus comment that they can hear in Medea's cries?

2. What two characters are getting divorced?

3. What bargain does Medea strike with Creon?

4. What plans are made regarding Medea in order to facilitate the wedding?

5. What makes Creon sympathetic as a character?

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