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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Achilles tell his mother he is going to do in response to Patroclus' death?
(a) Enter the fighting to end the war.
(b) Enter the fighting because he should have been there
(c) Avenge Patroclus and kill the Trojans.
(d) Avenge Patroclus and kill Hector.

2. Who does Hector pray to for his son to be a great ruler?
(a) Athena.
(b) Ares.
(c) Apollo.
(d) Zeus.

3. Where did Hector's wife go to see if she can find him?
(a) The city walls.
(b) The gardens.
(c) The palace.
(d) The town square.

4. Where does Hector find Paris after the Trojans are forced to retreat?
(a) In the dining room with Helen.
(b) In the gardens with Helen.
(c) In his chambers with Helen.
(d) In the stables with Helen.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who comes to grieve Patroclus' death with Achilles?

2. What is the eagle carrying when it appears as a sign as the Trojans are trying to cross the ditch on foot?

3. Who is Hera's messenger to Achilles?

4. Why does Andromache not want Hector to go back to the battle?

5. What does Poulydamas suggest to Hector?

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