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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. "Alcestis": What does Admetus heap on Pheres before he leaves the funeral?
(a) Advice.
(b) Work.
(c) Blessings.
(d) Curses.

3. "Medea": Whom does Medea kill?
(a) Jason, her children, and Jason's new wife.
(b) Jason's new wife, Jason, and Creon.
(c) Jason's new wife, Creon, and her children.
(d) Jason's new wife and Creon.

4. "Alcestis": What state is Heracles in when he claims he will meet death and wrestle for the life of Alcestis?
(a) Grief-stricken.
(b) Drunk.
(c) Happy.
(d) Sleep.

5. "Alcestis": What is the name of the son who discusses his sorrow with Admetus?
(a) Eumillic.
(b) Eugene.
(c) Euseris.
(d) Eumelus.

Short Answer Questions

1. "Alcestis": Who helped Admetus cheat the Fates?

2. "Hippolytus": Who is Hippolytus's father?

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

4. "Medea": Of what besides deceit does Medea accuse Jason?

5. "Hippolytus": Who tells Phaedra that mortals cannot control the will of the gods?

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