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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What justification does Medea give for being upset when her children return from seeing their father?
(a) She is so happy that she weeps.
(b) She is grieving that she will soon leave them behind.
(c) She can see their father in their faces.
(d) She misses having her whole family together.

2. What role does Medea think she should play in Jason's new marriage?
(a) She should give away the groom.
(b) She should sew the dress.
(c) She should give away the bride.
(d) She should help to plan it.

3. Who tells Medea about Creon and his daughter?
(a) A messenger.
(b) Jason.
(c) The Tutor.
(d) The Nurse.

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

5. How does Jason feel about Medea's new decision?
(a) He thinks she is doing the right thing.
(b) He thinks she is manipulating him again.
(c) He thinks she is lying in order to get something from him.
(d) He thinks it is wonderful that she's stopped being stupid.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character caused Medea's rage?

2. What does the chorus think about Jason and Medea's futures once her plans are carried out?

3. Why is Jason concerned for his children's safety?

4. Why does Medea first consent to leave her home and meet with the chorus?

5. What choice does Jason claim Medea will regret in the future?

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