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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Medea say Creon's mercy was foolish?
(a) One day is enough time to exact her revenge.
(b) One day isn't enough time for her to take care of her children.
(c) Showing mercy is a sign of weakness.
(d) It gives her enough time to break up Jason and his new wife.

2. Who explains why Medea is crying to the chorus?
(a) The Nurse.
(b) Medea.
(c) The boys.
(d) The Tutor.

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

4. In the time the play was written, what would the audience have typically known before coming to the theater?
(a) The names of the actors involved.
(b) The story of the play.
(c) When to applaud.
(d) The end of the story.

5. What would the chorus like Medea to do when they first arrive?
(a) Find a way to revenge herself against her husband.
(b) Go back to her homeland and leave her children behind.
(c) Stop crying and tend her children.
(d) Come out so they can comfort her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Jason's ship?

2. Who did the Tutor overhear making plans?

3. Why does Medea first consent to leave her home and meet with the chorus?

4. What does Medea say about the value of being clever?

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

(see the answer key)

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