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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what does Aeneas attribute Darës' inability to beat Entellus?
(a) Darës' lack of skill.
(b) The inadequate gloves Darës is using.
(c) The fact that Darës does not want to win badly enough.
(d) The changed will of the gods.

2. Who is Andromache's new husband?
(a) Orestes.
(b) Pyrrhus.
(c) Helenus.
(d) Apollo.

3. Which of the following must Aeneas do to enter the underworld?
(a) He must pick the golden bough.
(b) He must wrestle the gatekeeper and win.
(c) He must wait for Venus to come take him.
(d) He must find and follow Orpheus down.

4. How does Dido know that Aeneas plans to leave?
(a) Jupiter tells her.
(b) Juno tells her.
(c) Rumor tells her.
(d) Aeneas tells her.

5. Which of the following is not an effect that Dido says has been caused by her love affair with Aeneas?
(a) Her own people hate her.
(b) Libyans and nomad kings hate her.
(c) She has lost her integrity.
(d) She is stuck with his child to raise.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Aeneas put out the burning Trojan ships after the Trojan women set them on fire?

2. Whom does Jupiter send to talk to Aeneas?

3. Why did Dido's people take on a peaceful mood toward Aeneas' people?

4. What is the job of the Sibyl?

5. Why is Aeneas' appearance a surprise to Dido and the crowd?

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