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

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

3. Who is surprised by the reactions of the peasants when they climb aboard the golden chariot?
(a) Helen.
(b) Piraeus.
(c) Tyndareus.
(d) Theseus.

4. Who is promised to Menelaus?
(a) Helen.
(b) Penelope.
(c) Odysseus.
(d) Troy.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does not swear the oath of the suitors?

2. What is revealed about women in Greek society in Part 1, Chapter 6?

3. Who is the character that is perceptive enough to notice a softening in the ship captain's attitude?

4. What location is built of rock and considered an impenetrable fortress?

5. Who is considered the child of Zeus?

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