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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Is Medea always firmly resolved that she should kill her children?

2. Who decides on the oath Aegeus swears?

3. What title does Aegeus hold?

4. What plot problem does Aegeus solve in his scene?

5. What justification does Medea give for being upset when her children return from seeing their father?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Creon has a small amount of time on-stage, and yet his presence is important throughout the play. Discuss the importance of Creon as a character and thematic support within the play.

Essay Topic 2

How does the author portray women throughout the play? Use at least three character examples (either onstage or discussed) and examine whether this portrayal matches the attitudes of ancient Greece or is a departure from social norms.

Essay Topic 3

Family dynamics in "Medea" run the gamut from casual disinterest to compassionate love and then violent attachment. Examine the varying natures of family within the context of the play, using at least two families as examples. Why does the author choose to create these dynamics? What point is he making?

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