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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are Zeus, Hera, and Athena arguing about on Mount Olympus after the divine intervention in Paris' duel?
(a) They are agreeing not to interfere.
(b) They are arguing over the outcome of the duel.
(c) They are arguing if Paris is a coward.
(d) They are arguing who won the war.

2. Who does Athena disguise herself as?
(a) A Trojan man.
(b) A goddess.
(c) A soldier.
(d) Helen.

3. Nestor reminds the men that they have not accomplished what goal?
(a) Siezing the treasures of Troy.
(b) Conquering Troy.
(c) Reclaiming Helen.
(d) Bringing glory to their king.

4. How is Hector inspired in his plan to stop the fighting?
(a) Helenos told him of the gods' plan as a prophecy.
(b) Helenos told him of the gods' plan because he overheard the gods.
(c) Hector prayed about it and was told this was his answer.
(d) Zeus sent it to him in a dream.

5. Who speaks to the Greek soldiers to convince them to stay and fight when Agamemnon is telling them to go home?
(a) Hera.
(b) Odysseus.
(c) Agamemnon.
(d) Nestor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which goddess hates Troy?

2. Why does Hector say he has to fight?

3. Which Greek man is chosen to fight Hector after Nestor shames them?

4. What does Hector do when the Trojans are forced to retreat?

5. What frightens Hector's son?

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