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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 the Nurse think Medea will refuse to exit her home?
(a) She is too angry.
(b) She is afraid to go outside.
(c) She doesn't want anyone to see her tear-stained face.
(d) She doesn't really like the women of the chorus.

2. What choice does Jason claim Medea will regret in the future?
(a) Refusing his money.
(b) Staying in a kingdom nearby.
(c) Arranging to go back to her homeland.
(d) Threatening the King.

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

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

5. What is an oracle?
(a) A king's advisor.
(b) A respected prophet.
(c) A teacher in the use of herbs and potions.
(d) A new weapon.

Short Answer Questions

1. What character has the strongest position in Part 3?

2. What character does the chorus have the most pity for?

3. What does Jason claim motivated him to leave Medea for the princess?

4. What does Medea give Jason for his bride?

5. Who tells Medea about Creon and his daughter?

(see the answer key)

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