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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the chorus, who is the only other woman to have killed her own child?

2. After the deaths of Creon and the princess, what happens to Medea's plan for her children?

3. What happens when Medea puts her children's hands in Jason's?

4. What does Jason agree to ask Creon on Medea's behalf?

5. Why does Medea call her children out during her second scene with Jason?

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

Explain how "deus ex machina" is used in classical Greek plays. What is the purpose of the mechanic? How common is it? Why would an author choose to use this mechanic?

Essay Topic 3

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.

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