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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I (Chapter One - Chapter Five).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Circe change the mortal fisherman into a god?
(a) She uses sacred shells from Poseidon.
(b) She uses flowers drenched in divine blood.
(c) She uses enchanted yarn from a divine cloak.
(d) She uses ancient scrolls and teaches herself spoken charms.

2. What is the last thing Perses says to Circe before he leaves?
(a) She should go talk to Poseidon to become free.
(b) She should practice her witchcraft to take revenge on the family.
(c) At least he will not have to hear her voice anymore.
(d) He loves her very much.

3. How does Circe ask her grandmother Tethys to help the mortal fisherman she loves?
(a) She asks her to kill all the other fishermen.
(b) She asks her to bestow gold and riches upon him.
(c) She asks her to bless his nets so he will catch many fish.
(d) She asks her to give him a bigger ship.

4. What game does Helios habitually play?
(a) Poker.
(b) Draughts.
(c) Checkers.
(d) Football.

5. Who are the two main groups of opposing gods who maintain a fragile peace?
(a) Titans and Olympians.
(b) Olympians and Romans.
(c) Titans and Italians.
(d) Olympians and Trojans.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Circe's mother unhappy with Pasiphae's husband?

2. Where does Pasiphae get married?

3. What does Aeetes tell Circe about that he thinks there is great potential power in in Chapter 3?

4. What kindness does Circe do for her uncle who is punished in Chapter 2?

5. What does a mortal fisherman offer Circe that she has never tasted before in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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