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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who are the characters who bring the ransom?
(a) Theseus' son.
(b) Helen's parents.
(c) Clytemnestra and Menelaus.
(d) Helen's brothers.

2. What symbolizes good fortune in Greek culture?
(a) Ships.
(b) Dolphins.
(c) Honeyed wine.
(d) Good weather.

3. To whom is the Grecian queen attracted?
(a) Hector.
(b) Paris.
(c) Odysseus.
(d) Menelaus.

4. Whose violent deaths make the Greek king lose his desire to rule?
(a) Aphrodite.
(b) Helen's brothers.
(c) Odysseus.
(d) Menelaus.

5. Who acts generously when the ransom is brought and deflects conflict?
(a) Menelaus.
(b) Helen.
(c) Clytemnestra.
(d) Theseus.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is promised to Menelaus?

2. Who is the character that kidnaps a twelve-year old as ransom in gold?

3. Who is considered more intelligent than all the suitors combined?

4. What does Aphrodite apparently promise the Trojan prince?

5. What is the story told about the birth of the Trojan prince?

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