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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What weapon does Ajax carry?
(a) A large stone.
(b) A bow and arrow.
(c) A long sword.
(d) A long spear.

2. Who does Helen sit next to when watching Paris taking part in the duel on the battlefield?
(a) King Pyliam.
(b) King Ageneneis.
(c) King Agamemnon.
(d) King Priam.

3. Patroclus wears what that belongs to Achilles?
(a) His crown.
(b) His clothing.
(c) His armor.
(d) His helmet.

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

5. Who helps Diomedes when he is injured by Pandaros?
(a) Apollo.
(b) Helena.
(c) Hera.
(d) Athena.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the first man who offers to fight Hector when Hector challenges the Greeks to a duel so that the fighting can end??

2. After Agamemnon is stunned by Achilles' response to his offer, what does Diomedes says Achilles will do?

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

4. Why do the men gather down by their vessels at the end of Book 2?

5. What does Paris promise to Hector when Hector finds him after the Trojans retreat to the city?

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