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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Patroclus see Achilles for the first time?
(a) In Peleus’ house.
(b) In Troy.
(c) At the Olympic games.
(d) At Tyndareus’ house.

2. How long did Thetis stay with Peleus before she returned to the ocean?
(a) 12 years.
(b) 6 years.
(c) 9 years.
(d) 1 year.

3. How does Achilles explain his interest in Patroclus to his father?
(a) He says that he is a good sparring partner.
(b) He says that he is surprising.
(c) He says that he born is of high blood.
(d) He says that he is knows important things.

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

5. How does Patroclus describe his mother?
(a) Wily.
(b) Sophisticated.
(c) Manipulative.
(d) Simple.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Achilles stop doing his drills when Patroclus enters?

2. What does Patroclus father offer Tyndareus for his daughter’s hand?

3. How does Achilles understand divinity is accomplished?

4. Who does Peleus claim to have fought beside?

5. What does Achilles teach Patroclus to do, on the first night Patroclus sleeps in his room?

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