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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When does Medea promise she will leave Corinth for good?
(a) As soon as she can pack a bag.
(b) Before sunrise.
(c) Once her children are cared for.
(d) After Jason's wedding.

3. What title does Aegeus hold?
(a) King.
(b) Count.
(c) Councilor.
(d) None.

4. What bargain does Medea strike with Creon?
(a) That her children must leave but she can stay.
(b) That she can stay one more day.
(c) That she doesn't have to leave for a year.
(d) That she can stay as a servant to Creon.

5. What does the chorus, after hearing Medea's plans, say about relations between men and women?
(a) That women should stop expecting more than is realistic from men.
(b) That men should be careful of the wrath of women.
(c) That men look out for women as best they can.
(d) That women are frequently wronged by men.

Short Answer Questions

1. What goddess does Medea invoke as she plans her revenge?

2. How did Medea save Jason's life?

3. What does the poison do to the princess's body?

4. What reaction does the Nurse have to Medea's pain?

5. What is an oracle?

(see the answer key)

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