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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 12: Nestor and Hercules | Book 12: The Death of Achilles | Book 13: Ajax and Ulysses and the Arms of Achilles.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what continent does Miletus give birth to twins?
(a) Africa.
(b) Antarctica.
(c) Europe.
(d) Asia.

2. What type of bird are Pierus' daughters transformed into?
(a) Kingfishers.
(b) Mockingbirds.
(c) Magpies.
(d) Cardinals.

3. Where is Achilles struck by an arrow, killing him?
(a) In the elbow.
(b) In the neck.
(c) In the heel.
(d) In the stomach.

4. What do the tears of the sea nymph who sees Dis steal Proserpina transform into?
(a) A stream.
(b) A gravestone.
(c) A bouquet of flowers.
(d) A black hole.

5. Why does Nestor leave Hercules out of his story about the Trojan War?
(a) Because Hercules wasn't at the battle.
(b) Because Hercules would be embarrassed.
(c) Because he hates Hercules.
(d) Because Hercules asked him not to.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of plant does Dyrope pick to give to Hercules when he is born?

2. How are the sons of Callirhoe altered after Hercules' death?

3. What type of flower is Proserpina collecting when Dis first finds her?

4. What power does Medusa's head hold?

5. With what weapon is Perseus threatened at his wedding?

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