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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jason claim Medea should think his plan is good?
(a) It will provide funds for her and her children.
(b) She will be able to travel like she always wanted.
(c) It will free her up to pursue love elsewhere.
(d) She would like it if love weren't a factor.

2. Why does Aegeus swear an oath to Medea?
(a) To keep her from poisoning his family.
(b) So she can call on him for assistance in the future.
(c) To prove he is trustworthy.
(d) So she will heal his wife.

3. Why does Medea claim she is refusing Jason's money?
(a) She can get money from her family instead.
(b) Money gained from a bad man is no good.
(c) She can provide adequately for herself.
(d) He doesn't have enough to give her.

4. What title does Aegeus hold?
(a) King.
(b) Count.
(c) None.
(d) Councilor.

5. What does the chorus tell Medea about men?
(a) They are dangerous to love.
(b) They are never satisfied with just one woman.
(c) They tend to stray but always come back.
(d) They betray women all the time.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What country is the myth of Medea from?

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

4. What word best describes Medea's emotional reaction to Creon?

5. Why is Aegeus going to see his friend?

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