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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Jason intend to marry?
(a) Hecate.
(b) Aegeus's sister.
(c) Medea's cousin.
(d) Creon's daughter.

2. What wins the princess over to being willing to help Jason's children?
(a) Her love for Jason.
(b) Jason's compelling argument.
(c) Her gifts from Medea.
(d) Creon's advice.

3. Who did the Tutor overhear making plans?
(a) Jason.
(b) Medea.
(c) Aegeus.
(d) Creon.

4. What is the purpose of the first section of the play?
(a) To offer background information.
(b) To introduce every character in the play.
(c) To apologize for any parts the audience may not like.
(d) To make the audience laugh before the tragedy begins.

5. How does Medea think women generally feel?
(a) Fearful and vengeful.
(b) Comforted and happy.
(c) Happy and maternal.
(d) Fearful and defenseless.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the poison do to the princess's body?

2. What does the chorus, after hearing Medea's plans, say about relations between men and women?

3. How does Medea plan to exact her revenge?

4. Why does the Nurse think Medea will refuse to exit her home?

5. What does Medea have to do in order to stay with Aegeus?

(see the answer key)

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