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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the chorus express about Medea's anger toward Jason?
(a) That he isn't worth it.
(b) That it won't accomplish anything.
(c) That it's perfectly appropriate.
(d) That it will give her the strength to survive.

2. What does Medea give Jason for his bride?
(a) A final kiss to remember her.
(b) The promise that she will not seek revenge.
(c) A bouquet for his bride.
(d) An enchanted dress and crown.

3. What does Jason say he has done on Medea's behalf?
(a) Taken her from a barbaric land.
(b) Tried to intercede with Creon.
(c) Encouraged the neighbors to befriend her.
(d) Convinced his new wife Medea is harmless.

4. What does Medea think about women who have been wronged by a lover?
(a) They are weak victims that need protection.
(b) They are capable of extreme violence.
(c) They are at fault for not pleasing their man.
(d) They need support from the government to get by.

5. Why does Jason say dealing with Medea is hopeless?
(a) He can't understand her through her thick accent.
(b) He loves her too much to hurt her.
(c) She won't ever tell him what she really thinks.
(d) She is too stubborn and outspoken.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Nurse fear at the beginning of the play?

2. Which character caused Medea's rage?

3. What does Medea request from Aegeus?

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

5. What does the chorus tell Medea about men?

(see the answer key)

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