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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Two: Onward to Colchis.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whose "fate" do the men, of the Argo, grieve about (prior to their leaving Hellas)?
(a) Ankaios.
(b) Pytho.
(c) Idmon.
(d) Hercales.

2. What color is the bow that Apollo (the Son of Leto) carries?
(a) Silver.
(b) Green.
(c) Gold.
(d) Bronze.

3. Who is Jason's mother?
(a) Minyas.
(b) Boreas.
(c) Pagasai.
(d) Alkimede.

4. Who hits the ox on the head to prepare it for sacrifice before the Argo leaves Hellas?
(a) Jason.
(b) Leto.
(c) Pytho.
(d) Hercales.

5. From what weapon's wound does Sthenelos die?
(a) An arrow.
(b) A Harpie's claws.
(c) A dagger.
(d) A sword.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Jason wish the crew to offer a sacrifice to before they begin their journey?

2. While the heroes are on the way to Magnesian Pagasai, what does the text compare the heroes to?

3. To whom does Jason wish to build an alter to while the Argo is being prepared?

4. What goddess allows Sthenelos to watch the Agro pass before his tomb?

5. Who is given the honor of sitting in the middle benches?

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