Medea #1: Setting & Setup

Front

What literary device is used to remind the audience of Medea's formidable nature?

Back

Allusion

Front

What is the basic setting shared by many ancient Greek plays and tragedies?

Back

A location easily imagined by the audience

Front

What does the Nurse's monologue tap into?

Back

The audience's investment into the characters and tragedy

Front

Where does the play Medea take place?

Back

Ancient Corinth

Front

In the opening monologue, who constructs the complex and detailed backstory of myth & legend?

Back

The Nurse

Front

What is the significance of the Nurse's role in Medea?

Back

The Nurse serves as a confidante and provides insight into Medea's emotional state.

Front

How does the setting of Ancient Corinth influence the themes of Medea?

Back

Ancient Corinth serves as a backdrop for themes of betrayal, revenge, and the struggle for power.

Front

What role does the Chorus play in Medea?

Back

The Chorus comments on the action and reflects the moral and social values of the time.

Front

What is the effect of using allusion in literature?

Back

Allusion enriches the text by connecting it to broader themes and cultural references.

Front

How does the audience's investment in characters affect their experience of the tragedy?

Back

It heightens emotional engagement and empathy, making the tragedy more impactful.