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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character gives the bride advice to be happy with what she has received?
(a) Penelope.
(b) Theseus.
(c) Tyndareus.
(d) Odysseus.

2. What is the theory of the twins' special gift?
(a) The twins fell asleep in Apollo's temple and were licked by sacred serpents.
(b) Their powers came alive when they were together.
(c) They could predict the future because they were protected in birth by a god.
(d) Apollo blessed them with visionary power.

3. What is revealed about women in Greek society in Part 1, Chapter 6?
(a) Women are deceitful and power-hungry.
(b) Women are considered objects of beauty and lack power over their own lives.
(c) Women become slaves of their husbands.
(d) Women marry younger men of their own choice.

4. Who lies around the city steeped in blood in the dream?
(a) Hector.
(b) Helen.
(c) Paris.
(d) Slain warriors.

5. Who is the character that does not believe the legend of Zeus becoming a swan to mate with mortal women?
(a) Helen.
(b) Theseus.
(c) Tyndareus.
(d) Paris.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the thorny issue facing the father of the young woman who is being courted by many suitors?

2. What symbolizes good fortune in Greek culture?

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

4. Which character is shunned by the royal family?

5. Who has hairy arms?

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