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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

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

5. What prevents Creon from helping Medea or seeing her point of view?
(a) His beliefs about women and their role in society.
(b) His love for his daughter and desire to see her happy.
(c) His strong friendship with Jason.
(d) His desire to rid his kingdom of a foreign menace.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the chorus, what does excessive love bring?

2. How did Medea save Jason's life?

3. What was Jason's mission when he and Medea met?

4. What would the chorus like Medea to do when they first arrive?

5. Who is the first character to appear in the play?

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