Medea Tells All: A Mad, Magical Love

Who is the main character in "Medea Tells All: A Mad, Magical Love" by Eric Braun?

• Medea

• Jason

• Hercules

• Athena

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What magical ability does Medea have in the story?

• She can fly

• She can turn invisible

• She can perform magic spells

• She can talk to animals

Who does Medea fall in love with in the book?

• Hercules

• Jason

• Zeus

• Odysseus

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What is the name of the magical object Jason is searching for?

• The Golden Fleece

• The Silver Sword

• The Crystal Ball

• The Bronze Shield

Why does Medea decide to help Jason in his quest?

• She wants to become queen

• She is forced by her father

• She falls in love with him

• She wants the Golden Fleece for herself

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How does Medea use her magic to help Jason succeed?

• She makes him invisible

• She gives him advice and magical potions

• She fights the dragon herself

• She distracts the guards

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What lesson can be learned from Medea’s actions in the story?

• Always follow the rules

• Helping others can have big consequences

• Magic solves every problem

• Never trust anyone

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How does the story show that love can make people do unexpected things?

• Medea ignores Jason

• Medea helps Jason even though it is dangerous for her

• Jason gives up on his quest

• Medea leaves her home for no reason

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If you were Medea, what would you have done differently to help Jason? Explain your reasoning.

• I would have used magic to stop Jason

• I would have told my father about Jason

• I would have helped Jason in a safer way

• I would not have helped Jason at all

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Think about Medea’s choices. What evidence from the story shows that she is both brave and clever?

• She runs away from problems

• She uses her magic and plans carefully to help Jason

• She ignores Jason’s requests

• She forgets about the Golden Fleece

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