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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 theme, central to the play, does the chorus frequently reiterate?
2. What characters interrupt the Nurse's monologue?
3. Why does Medea say Creon's mercy was foolish?
4. Why does Jason say dealing with Medea is hopeless?
5. According to the chorus, what does excessive love bring?
Short Essay Questions
1. What does the argument between Jason and Medea reveal about their marriage?
2. What similarities are evident in the characters of Jason and Medea?
3. Why does Aegeus say Medea must make it to his kingdom on her own?
4. Is there merit to Medea's final justification to the chorus about why she must kill her children? Why or why not?
5. The ode from the chorus after Medea's monologue seems a bit misplaced, as though they are not speaking about Medea at all. What do you think is the purpose of this choral piece?
6. It could be said that Medea represents a type of "Everywoman" as she comes to terms with her feelings over her husband's betrayal - do you agree or disagree with this assertion? Explain why.
7. How does Creon's compassion set up a contrast against the behavior of the protagonist?
8. Why does Medea refuse to give Jason the bodies of their children?
9. What motivates Medea to take her revenge further than killing Jason's bride?
10. What are the primary differences between Jason and Medea during their argument?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Medea's power as a sorceress is reinforced at several junctures throughout the play. Examine how her magical ability influences the believability and sympathetic qualities of the character.
Essay Topic 2
The chorus plays an integral role within "Medea" and many classic Greek plays. Discuss this role, considering the following: What was the primary function of the chorus; how were the lines of the chorus delivered, and why was that delivery used; what is the interaction between the audience and the chorus?
Essay Topic 3
How is betrayal handled as a theme in the play? Be sure to include specific details of which characters betray one another, and whether there are patterns at play. What point is the author trying to make about betrayal?
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