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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who inherits both a wife and a kingdom?

2. Who is the character that does not believe the legend of Zeus becoming a swan to mate with mortal women?

3. Which character runs to share a vision to a sibling?

4. What is considered forbidden fruit?

5. What is the name of the child born to the rulers of Sparta?

Short Essay Questions

1. What efforts do the Trojans take to expand their forces?

2. What happens during negotiations between the Greeks and the Trojans?

3. In response to one twin's fearful vision, what does the other twin suggest as a plan of action?

4. What is the relationship between the twins and how are they affected by their gifts?

5. What is the story of Paris' origins?

6. What is the legend of Zeus and his progeny?

7. What is the reason that Menelaus gives for waging war with Troy?

8. What does Penelope notice about Odysseus?

9. Despite his courtship efforts, what is Menelaus unaware of?

10. Describe the events that unfold at the dinner banquet.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Helen changes from being an impulsive and immature young girl to a poised, confident, and attractive young woman under Theseus' guidance. What does this transformation offer Helen? How does her experience and interactions with other people change?

Essay Topic 2

Throughout the book, there are numerous instances of symbolism. Provide two examples of symbolism during the wedding of Helen to Menelaus. What do these symbols mean?

Essay Topic 3

Both Helen and Penelope are important female characters in the beginning of the book.

Part 1) What is their relationship? How do they co-exist and how do they interact? What is similar about them and what is different?

Part 2) What are some events that Penelope has a direct influence upon? What are some events that Helen has a direct influence upon?

Part 3) Which character wields more influence in society? Which one is stronger and why?

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