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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why is Patroclus threatened with punishment at Peleus’ house?
(a) For talking to Achilles.
(b) For stealing.
(c) For skipping class.
(d) For insulting his fellow students.

3. What reason does Achilles give for his confidence that he will be the first happy hero?
(a) His mother’s protection.
(b) His skill in battle.
(c) His boyish delight.
(d) His love for Patroclus.

4. What is Patroclus’ response when Chiron asks him whether he wants to learn to be a soldier?
(a) He agrees to the training.
(b) He says no.
(c) He says he wants to confer with his father.
(d) He says he will do whatever Achilles does.

5. How does Patroclus learn to discern Thetis’ visits?
(a) By the silence.
(b) By the dimming of the light.
(c) By the sound of her footsteps.
(d) By the sound of crashing waves.

Short Answer Questions

1. What privilege does Achilles extend to Patroclus in the dining hall after their return?

2. What does Achilles suggest Patroclus might have done when he killed Clysonymus?

3. What type of creature is Chiron?

4. Who is Tyndareus’ daughter?

5. Why are Achilles and Patroclus recalled to Phthia?

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