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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the chorus express about Medea's anger toward Jason?
(a) That he isn't worth it.
(b) That it's perfectly appropriate.
(c) That it will give her the strength to survive.
(d) That it won't accomplish anything.

2. In the time the play was written, what would the audience have typically known before coming to the theater?
(a) The names of the actors involved.
(b) The story of the play.
(c) When to applaud.
(d) The end of the story.

3. Why does Medea say Creon's mercy was foolish?
(a) One day is enough time to exact her revenge.
(b) One day isn't enough time for her to take care of her children.
(c) It gives her enough time to break up Jason and his new wife.
(d) Showing mercy is a sign of weakness.

4. What is Jason's reaction to the plan involving Medea?
(a) He doesn't know what's being plotted.
(b) He wants to come up with a better plan.
(c) He is furious and stands up for his wife.
(d) He is ready to go along with it.

5. What would the chorus like Medea to do when they first arrive?
(a) Come out so they can comfort her.
(b) Stop crying and tend her children.
(c) Find a way to revenge herself against her husband.
(d) Go back to her homeland and leave her children behind.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the chorus tell Medea about men?

2. What is the Tutor's belief about people?

3. To whom does the Nurse say Medea cries for comfort?

4. Medea longs to go to what place that she's forbidden to visit?

5. Who did the Tutor overhear making plans?

(see the answer key)

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