View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hymns to the Earth, Artemis, Hera, and the Mother of the Gods.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Based on the findings of archaeologists, which centuries have a gap between them where no writings have been found?
(a) The twelfth and seventh.
(b) The twelfth and ninth.
(c) The eighth and second.
(d) The eighth and fourth.

2. What type of nourishment of humanity does the Earth have according to the first hymn?
(a) Temporary.
(b) Eternal.
(c) Incomparable.
(d) Tested.

3. Which one of the following is not a well known recurrent theme of Ancient Greek literature?
(a) The uncertainty of life.
(b) Ignorance of the past.
(c) Ignorance of the future.
(d) The inevitable nature of old age.

4. In the poet's opinion, how do Earth's blessings manifest themselves in males?
(a) Fortitude.
(b) Might.
(c) Ambition.
(d) Wisdom.

5. What instrument is Artemis known for using?
(a) Cannon.
(b) Her feet.
(c) Her voice.
(d) Bow.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the purpose of the first hymn to Artemis?

2. How many songs are used to compose the Homeric Hymns?

3. In The Hymn to the Earth, what does the poet refer to the Earth as?

4. What was the syallabic script used by the Greeks in the late Bronze Age?

5. Who is Hera's husband?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 230 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample