1. What function does the chorus's ode serve after the fight between Medea and Creon?
(a) It gives time for a scene change.
(b) It offers more exposition to explain what is happening.
(c) It illuminates the subtext behind the relationship between the two.
(d) It gives the audience a breather from the intensity of the scene.

2. How does Medea convince Jason to give her gifts to his new wife?
(a) She claims she can't let go of Jason until she passes the items along.
(b) She says it's the only way to keep her from attending the wedding.
(c) She says it will help convince the princess to let the children stay.
(d) She says the gifts are a symbol of her goodwill and refusing would insult her.

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

4. Why does Medea say Creon's mercy was foolish?
(a) One day is enough time to exact her revenge.
(b) One day isn't enough time for her to take care of her children.
(c) Showing mercy is a sign of weakness.
(d) It gives her enough time to break up Jason and his new wife.

5. Why does Jason say Medea is lucky?
(a) Her husband is still willing to provide for her when she leaves.
(b) She has two children to take with her so she won't be lonely.
(c) He thinks she should be executed for threatening the King.
(d) She doesn't have to worry about how to provide for a family.