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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Jason agree to ask Creon on Medea's behalf?
(a) For extra time before the exile starts.
(b) For money to compensate her for her loss.
(c) For the children to be allowed to stay.
(d) To be allowed to attend the wedding.

3. Why does Medea feel immigrant women need to work particularly hard?
(a) They don't know the language and have to overcome the barrier.
(b) They are looked down on as second-class citizens.
(c) They are never fully welcome or at home.
(d) They don't have the same rights as citizens.

4. When did Medea kill for Jason?
(a) When he was trying to escape with the Golden Fleece.
(b) Several times throughout their marriage.
(c) Just before their first child was born.
(d) Aboard the Argo when they were attacked by sirens.

5. Whom else does Medea decide to kill after Aegeus leaves?
(a) The Tutor.
(b) Her children.
(c) Her maid.
(d) The Nurse.

Short Answer Questions

1. What plot problem does Aegeus solve in his scene?

2. Who orders Medea to leave with her children?

3. To whom does the Nurse say Medea cries for comfort?

4. What plans are made regarding Medea in order to facilitate the wedding?

5. What makes Creon sympathetic as a character?

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