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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the fourth generation like in 'Works and Days'?
(a) Noble.
(b) Deceitful.
(c) Brave.
(d) Sinful.

2. Where do the Muses live?
(a) Mt. Olympus.
(b) Mt. Fuigi.
(c) On the River Styx.
(d) Parthenon.

3. How did the Titans receive their name?
(a) From the Earth.
(b) From a fearful deed they committed.
(c) From Zeus.
(d) From their father.

4. What race of men does Cronos create in 'Works and Days'?
(a) A bronze race.
(b) A metal race.
(c) A silver race.
(d) A golden race.

5. According to 'Works and Days', what does Zeus hide from men?
(a) Life.
(b) Water.
(c) Fire.
(d) Shelter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hesiod advise his brother to do in 'Works and Days'?

2. Who is the father of gods and men?

3. Who lives in a cave under a rock in 'Theogony'?

4. Who kills Chimaera?

5. What does Zeus provide man with in 'Works and Days'?

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