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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 15: The Death of Numa | Book 15: Hippolytus | Book 15: Cipus.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What sport does Hyacinth excel at?
(a) Sprinting.
(b) Disc throwing.
(c) Pole vaulting.
(d) Hurtle jumping.

3. After visiting a man named Lycaon, what disastrous event does Jupiter create to wipe out humanity?
(a) A flood.
(b) A fire.
(c) A monsoon.
(d) A tornado.

4. How many gods is Chione impregnated by?
(a) Two.
(b) Four.
(c) Five.
(d) Three.

5. What does Circe transform Scylla's lower body into?
(a) Mad dogs.
(b) Dead fish.
(c) Goat legs.
(d) Poisonous snakes.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Turnus attempt to exact his revenge on Aeneas after they are both promised the same woman in marriage?

2. Which of the following adjectives best describes Myrrha?

3. What does Venus give to Hippomenes to distract Atalanta?

4. During the competition, what does Minerva's portrait exemplify?

5. What is unique about Argus' face?

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