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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why does Peleus take in exiled boys?
(a) To provide for his people.
(b) To give as gifts to kings.
(c) To work his fields.
(d) To make an army.

3. Who points out the problems that might arise from jealous suitors regarding Helen?
(a) Tyndareus.
(b) Phoinix.
(c) Patroclus.
(d) Odysseus.

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

5. What privilege does Achilles extend to Patroclus in the dining hall after their return?
(a) He makes the adopted boys bow and swear loyalty to him.
(b) He asks for his mother to bless Patroclus.
(c) He calls for a place setting for him beside Achilles’ on the dais.
(d) He asks Peleus’ girls to dance for him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What insight does Odysseus give Achilles, into the prophecy regarding his fame?

2. What distinction does Peleus offer Achilles?

3. What does Thetis tell Patroclus?

4. Why do kings send their daughters to Lycomedes?

5. How does Patroclus describe his mother?

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