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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. As stated in the hymn, which King welcomes Demeter into his home?
(a) Tennes.
(b) Midas.
(c) Pelops.
(d) Celeus.

2. According to the poet of the hymns, who is responsible for Aphrodite's desire for mortal men?
(a) Hestia.
(b) Zeus.
(c) Hera.
(d) Poseidon.

3. What does Anchises ask Aphrodite for after he learns her identity?
(a) Mercy.
(b) Fortune.
(c) Powers.
(d) Knowledge.

4. How is Demeter's wandering described as she searches for her daughter?
(a) Aimless.
(b) Circular.
(c) Obsessive.
(d) Determined.

5. How is Hermes's defense described in the first hymn?
(a) Illogical.
(b) Lengthy.
(c) Spirited.
(d) Flawed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the intent of the captain of the sailing boat?

2. Who is the other major composer of early Greek poetry that is mentioned in the Introduction?

3. Who is the father of Hermes, according to the first Hymn?

4. How is the sailing ship that captures Dionysus described?

5. Which god did the Homeridae feature in their preludes?

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