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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 8: Perdix | Book 8: Meleager and the Calydonian Boar | Book 8: Althaea and Meleager | Book 8: Achelous and the Nymphs.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what is Phaeton killed?
(a) A wild animal.
(b) A giant wave.
(c) A lightning bolt.
(d) A sword.

2. Why do Pyramus and Thisbe decide to run away from their families?
(a) Because their fathers are both murderers.
(b) Because Thisbe is dying and Pyramus is the only one that can save her.
(c) Because their fathers do not approve of their relationship.
(d) Because Pyramus is rich and Thisbe is poor.

3. When the nymphs come to bury Narcissus' body, what is the only thing that they find by the pool of water?
(a) Flowers.
(b) His reflection.
(c) Bones.
(d) Dirt.

4. After Juno is so enraged with Tiresias' answer to her question, what does she do to him?
(a) She deafens him.
(b) She shrinks him.
(c) She blinds him.
(d) She mutes him.

5. What animal propels Juno's chariot?
(a) Winged horses.
(b) Peacocks.
(c) Ravens.
(d) Centaurs.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the competition, what does Minerva's portrait exemplify?

2. What type of animal does Meleager kill, giving all of the credit to Atalanta?

3. At the opening of the novel, who or what does Ovid evoke to inspire his writing?

4. With what weapon is Perseus threatened at his wedding?

5. What power does Medusa's head hold?

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