'Medea' Quiz

Which term refers to an internal monologue or 'a battle within the soul'?

• Pathos

• Catharsis

• Psychomania

• Hubris

What does the term 'Hubris' refer to in Greek theatre?

• Excessive pride

• Dramatic irony

• Emotional appeal

• Sudden reversal of fortune

What does Medea's psychomania stress in the play?

• Her excessive pride

• Her internal conflict

• Her sudden reversal of fortune

• Her emotional appeal

What did Euripides hope to evoke empathy for?

• The Gods

• The heroes

• The women

• The children

What is the role of 'Episodes' in a Greek play?

• To provide musical interludes

• To unfold the drama and story

• To mark the entrance of the chorus

• To conclude the play

Which space in ancient Athens was associated with household duties?

• Polis

• Agora

• Temple

• Oikos

What qualities does sophrosyne rely on?

• Wealth and power

• Physical strength

• Logic, reason, and one's ability to be measured

• Excessive pride

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of sophrosyne?

• Moderation

• Calm

• Self-control

• Arrogance

What is the main goal of Greek tragedy according to the text?

• To entertain

• To educate attendees on how to be ideal citizens

• To confuse the audience

• To make the audience laugh

What is Helios the god of?

• The sea

• The underworld

• The sun

• The sky