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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What does the chorus do when they learn of Medea's plans for revenge?
(a) Protest that she is out of her mind.
(b) Argue with Medea about her plans.
(c) Send someone to warn the King.
(d) Promise to keep them secret.

4. What supernatural ability is Medea said to have?
(a) It's not specifically said, but she is called a witch.
(b) She is able to read thoughts and project her own.
(c) The ability to curse people to die horribly.
(d) The ability to foretell and change the future.

5. What has Creon's experience been with showing mercy?
(a) It makes him look weak.
(b) It makes him many new friends.
(c) It yields large rewards in terms of public opinion.
(d) It gets him into trouble.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Jason believe Medea gained by coming to his homeland?

3. Why is Medea being banished?

4. What theme, central to the play, does the chorus frequently reiterate?

5. What does the Nurse feel is best for people?

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