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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Jason claim motivated him to leave Medea for the princess?
(a) He needs money to pay his debts.
(b) He wants a prettier wife.
(c) A desire to better support his family.
(d) It's the only way for him to advance socially.

2. Why does Medea think she might not be able to trust Aegeus?
(a) His wife might become jealous of Medea.
(b) The other kings may persuade him to break his word.
(c) She doesn't think any men are trustworthy.
(d) He has lied to her in the past.

3. How does Medea feel when she hears how her plan worked?
(a) She has no reaction.
(b) She is angry that she was brought to this.
(c) She is remorseful.
(d) She rejoices.

4. Why does Medea have no choice but to trust Jason?
(a) He can get her out of the country alive.
(b) She needs to provide for her children.
(c) He is the only person that speaks her language.
(d) A spell was placed on him that makes him tell the truth.

5. What makes Creon sympathetic as a character?
(a) His struggle to be compassionate.
(b) His being victimized for something he didn't do.
(c) His desire to rule his people fairly.
(d) His love for his daughter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has Jason agreed to do while Medea and her children are in exile?

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

3. Why did Aegeus visit the oracle?

4. What role does Medea think she should play in Jason's new marriage?

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

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