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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Hymns to Athena and Hestia.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As stated in The Second Hymn to Dionysus, who is the mother of Dionysus?
(a) Dione.
(b) Hera.
(c) Maia.
(d) Semele.

2. According to the poet of the hymns, who is responsible for Aphrodite's desire for mortal men?
(a) Hestia.
(b) Zeus.
(c) Poseidon.
(d) Hera.

3. According to The Third Hymn to Dionysus, why is Dionysus raised in secrecy?
(a) To protect him from Hera.
(b) To protect his identity.
(c) To prevent him from discovering his parents.
(d) To teach him various skills.

4. Which one of the following is Athena known for?
(a) Forests.
(b) Fire.
(c) Sea.
(d) Wisdom.

5. How does The Hymn to Dionysus begin?
(a) With a song about Dionysus.
(b) With a note from Homer.
(c) With a description of Dionysus.
(d) With a note from the translator.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Hestia's presence described in the Hymns to Hestia?

2. Based on the ancient myths, what is known to happen when mortals have affairs with immortals?

3. According to The Second Hymn to Dionysus, who is the father of Dionysus?

4. What is the last command that Aphrodite has for Anchises?

5. How many hymns are there to Athena?

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