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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 8: Perdix | Book 8: Meleager and the Calydonian Boar | Book 8: Althaea and Meleager | Book 8: Achelous and the Nymphs.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What object represents Meleager's life according to an old prophecy?
(a) A leaf.
(b) A river tide.
(c) A snowflake.
(d) A log.

3. During the competition, what does Minerva's portrait exemplify?
(a) The beauty of the Athens landscape.
(b) The dangers of the underworld.
(c) The violence of the Olympian gods.
(d) The glory of the Olympian gods.

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

5. What does Phaeton request from his father to prove the validity of their relationship?
(a) To hold his lightning rod.
(b) To ride in his chariot.
(c) To light his sky.
(d) To flower his earth.

Short Answer Questions

1. What animal, when mated with a human, produces a Minotaur?

2. What are the sailors aboard Acoetes' ship transformed into after their failed attempt to kidnap Bacchus?

3. When Apollo goes missing, what does Mercury steal from him?

4. How many children does Niobe lose after she refuses to comply with the gods?

5. What animal propels Juno's chariot?

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