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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Medea plan to take revenge against?
(a) Jason, his new wife, and Creon.
(b) Jason, the Nurse, and the Tutor.
(c) Her children, Creon and Aegeus.
(d) The Nurse, Jason, and the chorus.

2. How does the chorus feel about Jason after hearing of the deaths?
(a) That he should have seen through Medea.
(b) That he deserves the pain.
(c) That he may not recover from his grief.
(d) That he will need comfort from friends.

3. What does Medea have with her when she confronts Jason the last time?
(a) Herbs to create more poison.
(b) The bodies of her children.
(c) A bag filled with her valuable possessions.
(d) A knife to protect herself from his anger.

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

5. What does the chorus, after hearing Medea's plans, say about relations between men and women?
(a) That men look out for women as best they can.
(b) That men should be careful of the wrath of women.
(c) That women should stop expecting more than is realistic from men.
(d) That women are frequently wronged by men.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Medea curse when she hears the news about the plans for her and her children?

2. Who decides on the oath Aegeus swears?

3. Why does Jason say Medea is lucky?

4. Why does Jason come back at the end of the play?

5. What does Medea say is the only thing stronger than her sorrow?

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