Linda Pastan

Mark Loev

Mrs. O’Brian

English 2423 - 10MWF

15 October 2003

Study Questions
Study Questions on the Plays
MEDEA QUESTIONS: Answer the following questions about these great plays using correct grammar and mechanics. You may receive up to 20 points for this activity if it is posted in the digital drop box on time and if it is completely original to you. These questions are designed to help you study and to do better on the tests.

1. Prologue (1-130)
a. According to the Nurse, why did Medea sail with Jason?
1. Because her heart was on fire with passionate love for Jason. 07

b. What is Medea’s attitude toward her children? What does the Nurse
fear she might do?
1. Medea hates her children. 113
2. The nurse fears something may happen. 118

2. Parados (131-212) how does the chorus of Corinthian women feel about
Medea?
1. The chorus feels medea is foolish. 148

3. First Episode (214-409)
a. What order does Creon give to Medea?
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