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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When do the Trojans finally break through the wall?
(a) When Hector leads them.
(b) When their horses break it down.
(c) When they see the eagle.
(d) When the wall collapses.

2. Why does Hector say he has to fight?
(a) He is good at fighting.
(b) He needs to be a leader.
(c) It is destined by the gods.
(d) It is his responsibility.

3. What does Athena do to Achilles?
(a) Makes him more visible with a shining sun over his head.
(b) Makes him more visible by shining the sun on him.
(c) Makes him more visible with a cloud of fire over his head.
(d) Makes him more visible with a bright star over his head.

4. What prevents Diomedes from killing Glaukos?
(a) Their ancestors were friends.
(b) They realize they are relatives.
(c) The gods interfere.
(d) They realize they are on the same side.

5. What is the eagle carrying when it appears as a sign as the Trojans are trying to cross the ditch on foot?
(a) A rabbit.
(b) A lamb.
(c) A deer.
(d) A red snake.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Hector's wife go to see if she can find him?

2. What does Achilles' mother ask him to wait for?

3. Who does Hector pray to for his son to be a great ruler?

4. Who is Hera's messenger to Achilles?

5. What frightens Hector's son?

(see the answer key)

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