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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4: Athamas and Ino | Book 4: The Transformation of Cadmus | Book 4: Perseus and Andromeda | Book 5: Perseus' Fight in the Palace of Cepheus.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Juno is so enraged with Tiresias' answer to her question, what does she do to him?
(a) She deafens him.
(b) She mutes him.
(c) She shrinks him.
(d) She blinds him.

2. With what is Phaeton killed?
(a) A lightning bolt.
(b) A wild animal.
(c) A giant wave.
(d) A sword.

3. Why do Pyramus and Thisbe decide to run away from their families?
(a) Because their fathers are both murderers.
(b) Because Thisbe is dying and Pyramus is the only one that can save her.
(c) Because their fathers do not approve of their relationship.
(d) Because Pyramus is rich and Thisbe is poor.

4. In hearing of Mercury's affections for Herse, what goddess does Minerva transform herself into?
(a) Anger.
(b) Lust.
(c) Envy.
(d) Greed.

5. What are the sailors aboard Acoetes' ship transformed into after their failed attempt to kidnap Bacchus?
(a) Sea urchins.
(b) Mermen.
(c) Starfish.
(d) Dolphins.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Phaeton request from his father to prove the validity of their relationship?

2. At the opening of the novel, who or what does Ovid evoke to inspire his writing?

3. In her conversation with the raven, what does the crow claim to have been before her transformation?

4. After Castillo is reunited with her son, what does Jupiter transform the pair into?

5. What animal propels Juno's chariot?

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