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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who is this character that plays knucklebones with a cousin and does not want to give up childish things such as running down to see the new foal in the stable?
(a) Theseus.
(b) Helen.
(c) Hessia.
(d) Penelope.

3. Who is considered as beautiful as Aphrodite?
(a) Helen.
(b) Odysseus.
(c) Menelaus.
(d) Penelope.

4. Why is marriage considered so important?
(a) Marriage is forbidden for the lovers.
(b) Marriage will result in the decline of Grecian power.
(c) Marriage will create conflict for the king of Greece.
(d) Marriage of royalty forges political alliances, uniting wealth and spreading influence.

5. Who is the character who defeated the bull of Crete in combat and became famous?
(a) Zeus.
(b) Helen.
(c) Paris.
(d) Theseus.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are the characters who bring the ransom?

2. In Part 1, Chapter 4, what is the pivotal act?

3. Who acts generously when the ransom is brought and deflects conflict?

4. Which character has thirteen suitors?

5. Where does Helen's sadness stem from?

(see the answer key)

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