Plot/Quote
Who is the character that appears rather conveniently to give Medea exactly what she needs?
Aegeus, offering safe refuge
How does Jason represent typical Ancient Greek male gender flaws?
Arrogant, Entitled, Underestimates Women, Hypocritical
What is the term for when nature reflects the feelings, emotions and state of the narrative
Pathetic fallacy
Components of an introduction
Contention, signposting, authorial intent
What is the role of the chorus in the play?
To represent the audience's expected reactions and offer guidance
Who are two parties (groups) that can determine is Medea's actions are justified?
Gods, people, audience
An aside is directed towards who?
The audience
Frame, Establish, Develop, Resolve
Why does Euripides present Medea's context through the Nurse?
To frame the story as Medea being victimised
How does Medea's character subvert typical gender roles?
Assertive, powerful, has agency
What is the difference between a monologue and a soliloquy?
Monologue still has other characters on stage, soliloquy is a solo act
How many quotes should you aim for per paragraph?
As many as you need
Why does Creon banish Medea into exile and what does this say about his character?
Based it on past events, shows he is leading and deciding more with his emotions than evidence (of any further intent)
How is betrayal explored in Medea and Jason's relationship?
Teacher judgment???
What appears at the end of the play, who sent it and what is the play term for it?
Golden chariot drawn by dragons, sent by Helios, Deus ex Machina
Fix this topic sentence:
"Euripides demonstrates that Jason exhibits the failure of men in Ancient Greece."
It's character focused, not idea focused
What is the significance of Medea's gifts to Glauce/Creon? Why choose a poisoned dress and coronet?
She uses poison a noted 'woman's weapon' which also plays into her abilities as a witch and demigod
How does Exile drive the plot forward in Medea?
Initiated Jason and Medea to leave, Medea is put under pressure to leave which causes her actions to become more bold
State 2 instances of Dramatic Irony in Medea and their significance
Creon's and Medea's interaction, Jason's hubris, Medea's second interaction with Jason etc
What should be the order for these paragraphs and why?
- Euripides uses The Gods rewarding Medea in the end to illustrate her justice
- Euripides exemplifies the capacity of women and injustices thrust upon them
- Euripides criticises existing standards for men and women in Ancient Greek socity
2, 3, 1
Logical progression of idea based on how the order of the text explores them