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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is Helen weaving when she is visited by a divine messenger?
(a) A blue robe with scenes from the war.
(b) A red robe with scenes from the war.
(c) A blue wall hanging with scenes from the war.
(d) A red wall hanging with scenes from the war.

3. What does Zeus tell the divinities on Mount Olympus when he summons them after Achilles returns to the fighting?
(a) They can interfere any way they want.
(b) They may not interfere in the battle.
(c) They can interfere only when Achilles is fighting.
(d) They must remember to not disobey him.

4. Before Pandaros' actions cause more fighting, what are the Greeks and Trojans close to doing?
(a) Ending the war.
(b) Creating a truce and returning Helen.
(c) Ending the war by trading kings.
(d) Giving each other gold to create a peace.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where has Eurypylos been wounded

2. Who does Athena disguise herself as?

3. Who tells the gods about Zeus' plan?

4. Which god does Hera ask to help the Greeks when she sees the Greeks are overwhelmed?

5. What objects are sacrificed before the duel in Book 3 between Paris and his competition?

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