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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 13, what does Apollo remember saying to Commodus when he had learned of his father's death?

2. Who helped free Calypso from her exile?

3. In Chapter 6, what does Leo call the headless ghost as a nickname?

4. In Apollo's haiku in Chapter 9, what does he call Britomartis?

5. Who comes to Apollo and his friends' rescue in Chapter 3?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 7, why are Jo and Emmie so upset?

2. Which room at the Waystation gives Apollo a bad feeling in Chapter 4?

3. How do Britomartis and Calypso relate to each other when they first meet in Chapter 9?

4. How does Leo conceal Festus?

5. What is the main physical characteristic of the blemmyae?

6. In Chapter 12, why does Apollo consult the Arrow of Dodona?

7. How does Apollo help himself, Calypso and Leo escape the blemmyae in Chapter 3?

8. Why does Apollo feel a sense of shock when he finds out who Emmie once was?

9. How does Britomartis feel about Jo and Emmie, and why does she ask them to leave when she gives Apollo his quest in Chapter 9?

10. What is the significance of Agamethus and Trophonius to Apollo?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How do Meg and Apollo help each other survive the experience of the oracle's cave? Write an essay explaining your answers.

Essay Topic 2

How does Riordan explore and treat the theme of the difficulties and sorrows of parenthood? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 3

What role does pride play in some of Apollo's most pivotal decisions? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your arguments.

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