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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 12: Nestor and Hercules | Book 12: The Death of Achilles | Book 13: Ajax and Ulysses and the Arms of Achilles.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Theseus smash over Eurytus' head, killing him?
(a) A glass bowl.
(b) A boat anchor.
(c) A tree branch.
(d) A boulder.

2. Where is Achilles struck by an arrow, killing him?
(a) In the neck.
(b) In the heel.
(c) In the stomach.
(d) In the elbow.

3. What power does Medusa's head hold?
(a) The power to turn objects to gold.
(b) The power to turn people to snakes.
(c) The power to turn people to stone.
(d) The power to turn water to wine.

4. How many days does Hercules' mother claim to have been in labor when her son was born?
(a) Three.
(b) Nine.
(c) Five.
(d) Seven.

5. At what event does a centaur attempt to rape Hippodames?
(a) At a funeral.
(b) At a picnic.
(c) At a dinner party.
(d) At a wedding.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what continent does Miletus give birth to twins?

2. Which of the following objects is NOT thrown at Caenis by the centaurs in an attempt to kill him?

3. Why does Nestor leave Hercules out of his story about the Trojan War?

4. Who bursts into Perseus and Andromeda's wedding, causing a disturbance?

5. What do the tears of the sea nymph who sees Dis steal Proserpina transform into?

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