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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 explained in The Hymn to the Muses, which of the following's work are related to the Muses?
(a) Ares.
(b) Zeus.
(c) Apollo.
(d) Poseidon.

2. Which god did the Homeridae feature in their preludes?
(a) Apollo.
(b) Mercury.
(c) Zeus.
(d) Neptune.

3. Based on the ancient myths, what is known to happen when mortals have affairs with immortals?
(a) It can lead to tragedy.
(b) It can lead to confusion.
(c) It can lead to chaos.
(d) It can lead to destruction.

4. What way does the poet describe the manifestation of Earth's blessings in children?
(a) Hopefulness.
(b) Innocence.
(c) Simplicity.
(d) Joy.

5. What is Hades's nickname?
(a) Lord of the Dead.
(b) Ruler of the Unliving.
(c) Ruler of the Dead.
(d) Lord of the Unliving.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Apollo give to Hermes towards the end of the first hymn?

2. At the conclusion of the first hymn, how is Hermes described?

3. What is the judgment that Hermes receives?

4. As stated in The Hymn to Aphrodite, what is Athena known for?

5. According to The Third Hymn to Dionysus, why is Dionysus raised in secrecy?

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