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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "Medea": Whom did Jason make an agreement with King Creon to marry?
(a) Creon's niece.
(b) Creon's aunt.
(c) Creon's daughter.
(d) Creon's sister.

2. "Alcestis": Admetus's wife says she is dying because it is her natural duty and for another reason.Admetus's What is it?
(a) She does not want the kingdom to suffer.
(b) She does not want her husband to die.
(c) She does not want to live anymore.
(d) She does not want her children to go fatherless.

3. "Medea": Who is Medea?
(a) A Greek priestess.
(b) A Greek sorceress.
(c) A non-Greek sorceress.
(d) A non-Greek priestess.

4. "Medea": What does the chorus fear Medea will do unless she is calmed?
(a) Kill everyone in her house.
(b) Kill herself.
(c) Abandon her children.
(d) Unleash her fury on the house of Creon.

5. "Medea": Whom does Creon think Medea will attempt to kill?
(a) His daughter.
(b) Himself.
(c) His grandson.
(d) Jason.

Short Answer Questions

1. "Alcestis": What does Heracles seek from Admetus when he arrives at the house?

2. "Alcestis": What does Admetus's wife make him promise not to do after she dies?

3. "Medea": What does Jason claim Medea has learned which makes her better off for his bringing her to Greece?

4. "Alcestis": What is the name of the son who discusses his sorrow with Admetus?

5. "Alcestis": Who is confused by Admetus's behavior towards Heracles?

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