The Homeric Hymns Quiz Questions | Quiz: Introduction to The Hymns to Hephaistos, Poseidon, Zeus and the Muses

Quiz: Introduction to The Hymns to Hephaistos, Poseidon, Zeus and the Muses

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. In the story, how does Aphrodite disguise herself in order to get close to Anchises?
a) As a girl that Anchises once knew.
b) As a mortal girl.
c) As another goddess.
d) As a girl that Anchises knows.

2. Which one of the following was Poseidon also known for?
a) Earthquakes.
b) Hurricanes.
c) Floods.
d) Tornadoes.

3. What meter are the hymns composed in?
a) Hexameter.
b) Trimeter.
c) Pentameter.
d) Tetrameter.

4. What type of nourishment of humanity does the Earth have according to the first hymn?
a) Temporary.
b) Tested.
c) Incomparable.
d) Eternal.

5. Where does Herakles eventually live?
a) Argos.
b) Athens. (read more)