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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What does the chorus do when they learn of Medea's plans for revenge?
2. Why does Medea say Creon's mercy was foolish?
3. What is the name of Jason's ship?
4. What was Jason's mission when he and Medea met?
5. What character has the strongest position in Part 3?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why would Medea believe that Jason was embarrassed by her?
2. Is there any merit to Jason's justification of his behavior? Why or why not?
3. Is Creon's naming of Medea as a "clever witch" supposed to be taken literally or figuratively?
4. Why does Medea doubt her ability to trust Aegeus?
5. Given that the audience would typically know the story before going to a play, why do you think the author chose to begin the play with heavy exposition?
6. Is there merit to Medea's final justification to the chorus about why she must kill her children? Why or why not?
7. How is Jason's behavior different the second time he speaks with Medea?
8. What function does the chorus of Corinthian women serve?
9. Based on their conversation, do you find Medea's anger more justified? Why or why not?
10. Why do you think Medea lies to Jason when he returns with the Nurse?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
How does the author portray women throughout the play? Use at least three character examples (either onstage or discussed) and examine whether this portrayal matches the attitudes of ancient Greece or is a departure from social norms.
Essay Topic 2
Medea invokes the goddess Hecate as she formulates her plan for revenge. Examine why Euripides chooses to link this goddess with his protagonist, being sure to cover the following points; What is Hecate known for; why would Medea turn to this particular goddess; are there similarities between Medea and Hecate; does invoking this goddess alter how the audience views Medea?
Essay Topic 3
Shed light on how the "deus ex machina" mechanic is used by the author to change the audience's perception of Medea and her behavior. Does this seem natural within the play or contrived? Is it effective as a method for changing the audience's perception of the character?
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