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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. As punishment for harming a nymph, what is Dyrope slowly transformed into?
(a) A bear.
(b) A mountain.
(c) A tree.
(d) A flower.

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

3. At what event does a centaur attempt to rape Hippodames?
(a) At a funeral.
(b) At a dinner party.
(c) At a wedding.
(d) At a picnic.

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

5. With what weapon is Perseus threatened at his wedding?
(a) A sword.
(b) A gun.
(c) A slingshot.
(d) A spear.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Apollo conceal himself behind when he whispers advice to Paris during the war?

2. Who bursts into Perseus and Andromeda's wedding, causing a disturbance?

3. Where is Achilles struck by an arrow, killing him?

4. What do the tears of the sea nymph who sees Dis steal Proserpina transform into?

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

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