1. Why does Diomache feel that no man will want her?
(a) She has a large scar on her face.
(b) She is too old.
(c) She was raped.
(d) She is ugly.

2. What is the purpose of the speech Leonidas gives after this battle?
(a) He congratulates them on their great victory and releases them for a day to pillage the city.
(b) He thanks the survivors and honors the fallen, while refocusing their attention on the main battle to come.
(c) He congratulates them on the victory, and commends their behavior towards the prisoners.
(d) He berates them for their lack of courage and for their weakness.

3. What is exoterike harmoniea?
(a) Exoterike harmoniea is a state of union with one's fellows.
(b) Exoterike harmoniea is the musical harmony of a multistringed instrument.
(c) Exoterike harmoniea is a composition dedicated to the gods.
(d) Exoterike harmoniea is a state of self composure attained through the control of fear.

4. Why is Xerxes having trouble sleeping?
(a) He has contracted a terrible illness from one of the injured soldiers.
(b) He has dysentery.
(c) He cannot sleep after the slaughter of battle.
(d) He is being plagued by nightmares and guilt over the desecration of Leonidas' body.

5. What are the Spartan battle games designed for?
(a) They are designed as entertainment for the people.
(b) They are designed to entertain the boys and keep them out of trouble.
(c) They are designed to simulate battle for training.
(d) They are designed as a way to pass time.