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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Tyndareus’ daughter?
(a) Chriseis.
(b) Deidameia .
(c) Briseis.
(d) Helen.

2. How does Patroclus describe Achilles’ lips?
(a) Round like lemons.
(b) Juicy like grapes.
(c) Fat like bees.
(d) Dry like almonds.

3. What does Achilles say has been prophesied about his martial skills?
(a) He will become a great teacher of soldiers.
(b) He will be second only to Hector in skill.
(c) He will amass the largest army in the Mediterranean.
(d) He will be the best warrior of his generation.

4. What is Patroclus’ strongest feeling toward Achilles, the first time he sees him at his house?
(a) Envy.
(b) Hatred.
(c) Indifference.
(d) Longing.

5. Who does Tyndareus’ daughter choose as a husband?
(a) Diomedes.
(b) Odysseus.
(c) Menelaus.
(d) Patroclus.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Achilles explain his interest in Patroclus to his father?

2. How old is Patroclus when he is orphaned?

3. Why does Peleus take in exiled boys?

4. What does Patroclus’ father tell him about Achilles?

5. What does Patroclus want to get away from when he leaves Peleus’ house?

(see the answer key)

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