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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Eumaeus describe the suitors actions?
(a) Immature.
(b) Selfish.
(c) Ignorant.
(d) Lawless.

2. In Book 14, where does a disguised Odysseus tell Eumaeus he is from when asked?
(a) Crete.
(b) Troy.
(c) Pylos.
(d) Ithaca.

3. How is Odysseus, the old stranger, received by the swineherd in Book 14?
(a) With much hospitality despite his appearance.
(b) With suspicion - strangers tell tall tales about Odysseus' whereabouts.
(c) With indifference - he's only going through the motions.
(d) Poorly - the swineherd sets the dogs on him.

4. How many youths are chosen for the black ship that Alcinous will provide Odysseus?
(a) 22.
(b) 50.
(c) 52.
(d) 42.

5. Why doesn't Eumaeus want the old man to tell him tales of his master?
(a) He's convinced Odysseus is dead.
(b) It doesn't look like he has the means to travel.
(c) Many travelers will tell tales for food and clothing.
(d) He's been told not to speak Odysseus' name.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are there so few boars among Odysseus' swine in Book 14?

2. As Odysseus tells Eumaeus his story in Book 14, how does he say he earns a living and makes a name for himself?

3. According to Teiresias' shade, what will help Odysseus and his crew make it home safely?

4. In whose grove of poplar trees is Odysseus told to wait before approaching the palace in Book 6?

5. Who killed Aegisthus for the murder of Agamemnon?

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