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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4: Chapter 10; Book 5: Chapter 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Aigeus ask the king if he can go to the priestess?
(a) He has no sons of his own and is certain the gods would grant one of this union.
(b) He would like to ask her for advice.
(c) He has a great attraction for her and would like to make her his wife.
(d) He wants to become king.

2. What is the name of the man who kills Theseus' friend?
(a) Pylas.
(b) Nisos.
(c) Skiron.
(d) Megara.

3. As Theseus heads back to his people, what does he discover the queen ordered?
(a) A banquet in his honor.
(b) A monument to be constructed in his honor.
(c) That he is to be killed.
(d) A special ceremony to celebrate his return.

4. How does Theseus make the people in the camp feel?
(a) Nervous.
(b) Safe.
(c) Angry.
(d) Envious.

5. How are Theseus and his friend traveling to Athens?
(a) On horses.
(b) By foot.
(c) On donkeys.
(d) In a wagon.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many months will the bull dancers have to train?

2. Why does Theseus' mother ask him to lift the altar stone?

3. What is the relationship of Diokles and Theseus?

4. What does the king violently stop Theseus from doing?

5. What angered Poseidon?

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