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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does the Greek warrior circle the city walls after the death of the Trojan prince?
(a) A month.
(b) Three days.
(c) Five nights.
(d) Twelve days.

2. Who marries in Sparta in a wonderful ceremony?
(a) Helen and Menelaus.
(b) Odysseus and Penelope.
(c) Helen and Odysseus.
(d) Tyndareus and Penelope.

3. In Part 1, Chapter 4, what does the king do that reveals his wisdom?
(a) He chooses not to wage war.
(b) He teaches the young woman to commandeer a ship to escape.
(c) He teaches the young woman to recognize, appreciate, and harness her beauty and its power over other people.
(d) He is willing to compromise with his foes.

4. Who has hairy arms?
(a) Menelaus.
(b) Odysseus.
(c) Helen.
(d) Penelope.

5. What is the name of the child born to the rulers of Sparta?
(a) Menelaus.
(b) Hellespont.
(c) Tyrone.
(d) Hermione.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the act of growing a beard signify in Greek culture?

2. Who wreaks violence like a fiery tempest on the battlefield?

3. Which character is recognizable by long hair and a dance of death?

4. In Part 2, Chapter 5, with whom do the Trojans want to forge alliances?

5. Who refuses to watch the conflict because it is too painful to bear?

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