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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Hymn to Demeter.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what way does Hermes's mother respond to Hermes' stealing activities?
(a) She ignores him.
(b) She scolds him.
(c) She laughs.
(d) She cries.

2. Based on the myth, what does Hermes use the shell of the turtle to make?
(a) A lyre.
(b) A bowl.
(c) A hat.
(d) A shield.

3. What does Anchises pray for after meeting Aphrodite?
(a) That she will give him powers.
(b) That she will introduce him to Zeus.
(c) That she will leave him alone.
(d) That she is telling the truth.

4. In the hymn, how does the child's mother react to Demeter's attempt to make the child immortal?
(a) With fear.
(b) With anger.
(c) With laughter.
(d) With gratitude.

5. What is the last command that Aphrodite has for Anchises?
(a) To begin preparing to raise their son.
(b) To tell everyone about her visit.
(c) To find a woman to marry.
(d) To remain silent about her visit.

Short Answer Questions

1. What invocation to Dionysus ends the third hymn?

2. According to the hymn, how does Demeter try to make a child immortal?

3. According to the most recent study included in the Introduction, what period are the longer hymns from?

4. What fruit do the leaves sprout as Dionysus remains on the sailing ship?

5. What talent of Apollo is described in the first Hymn to Hermes?

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