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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. At the "first glow of dawn", what does Medea place on her head as she goes to meet Jason for the first time?

2. What animal speaks to Jason and Moposos to tell them of the plan for Jason to meet Medea?

3. Who does Argos tell Jason they must win over to help Jason with his challenge?

4. If Chalkiope's sons perish, what does she swear to do to Medea if Medea fails to keep them safe?

5. On the island of Aithalia, what objects do the Argonauts use to wipe their sweat?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Kirke have to do to cleanse Jason and Medea of the murder?

2. After Jason completes Aietes's challenge, what does Aietes do?

3. What does Medea do to create the drug to be used on the bulls?

4. What does Jason promise Medea after she asks him to take her with him?

5. What does Medea tell Jason will happen if he breaks his promise to her?

6. How does Hera convince Thetis to help the Argonauts?

7. What challenge does Aietes pose to Jason in exchange for the Golden Fleece?

8. Why does Medea devise a plan to kill Apsyrtos?

9. What did Aeites have Hephaistos make for his palace?

10. Why is Erato called Erato?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Given the way that Medea is described in the text, what is ironic about what she brings about through the actions of others. Is Medea evil?

Essay Topic 2

Many of the characters in the story are ruled by jealousy and selfishness. Choose two characters from the text and discuss the consequences of their jealousy and selfishness.

Essay Topic 3

Choose one of the following characters and write an analysis: Hercales, Tiphys, or Argos. What characteristics do they have that makes them heroes? Why is their role in the text important? What does the character offer to Jason and his quest?

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