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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Medea think Jason is a coward?
(a) He wasn't willing to stand up for Medea with the other Greeks.
(b) She was the only reason he got the Golden Fleece.
(c) He is too afraid of Creon to speak up for Medea.
(d) He should have talked to her before going to another woman.

2. What does Medea think about Jason's argument for his actions?
(a) He is just making excuses for his bad behavior.
(b) He is doing what he needs to save his honor.
(c) He has a point about getting more money.
(d) He could have had a mistress without getting a divorce.

3. Who appears to check on Medea after hearing her cries?
(a) Aegeus.
(b) Jason.
(c) Medea's children.
(d) The chorus.

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

5. What does Jason offer Medea towards the end of their argument?
(a) An opportunity to stay in the city.
(b) A golden ring to sell for money.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Money to support herself and the children.

Short Answer Questions

1. From whom were Medea's wedding gifts supposedly procured?

2. What supernatural ability is Medea said to have?

3. Who does Medea plan to take revenge against?

4. What reaction does the Nurse have to Medea's pain?

5. What does the chorus think about Jason and Medea's futures once her plans are carried out?

(see the answer key)

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