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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1: Chapter 5-6; Book 2: Chapter 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Theseus talks to his grandfather, how many days is it until a ship arrives at Troizen to take him to Athens?
(a) Three days.
(b) Thirty days.
(c) Fourteen days.
(d) Seven days.

2. Why does Aigeus command the king and the priestess to keep Theseus' identity hidden?
(a) To keep him from overtaking the throne.
(b) To keep him safe.
(c) To enable him to have more sons.
(d) To raise him as a peasant.

3. How old is Theseus when he is sent to begin his service to Poseidon?
(a) 10 years old.
(b) 8 years old.
(c) 13 years old.
(d) 16 years old.

4. Who does Theseus' mother reveal to be his father?
(a) Kannadis.
(b) King Pittheus.
(c) Diokles.
(d) Aigeus.

5. What is the name of the road on which Theseus travels to Athens?
(a) Nisos Road.
(b) Isthmus Road.
(c) Troizen Road.
(d) Eleusis Road.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Theseus' friend is killed, he comes to a camp of _________.

2. Why does Theseus' mother call on an oracle to look at Theseus' journey?

3. What is the name of Theseus' childhood friend who begs to come with him?

4. After a quarrel, what does Theseus offer to do for the queen?

5. When Theseus is 7-years-old, what animal does his grandfather sacrifice in a ceremony?

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