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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Circe, how should Odysseus get past the Sirens while listening to their song?
(a) He just shouldn't listen to their song.
(b) He should be fine without any precautions.
(c) He should be taken below deck.
(d) He should be bound to the mast.

2. Who went disguised as a page in Book 8 throughout the town, encouraging people to hear about the stranger?
(a) Pontonous.
(b) Alcinous.
(c) Athene.
(d) Odysseus.

3. How does the shepherd from the mainland treat Odysseus the beggar when he first meets him at the palace courtyard?
(a) He ignores him completely.
(b) He treats the beggar rudely.
(c) He shows the beggar honor and respect.
(d) He greets him.

4. Why is Telemachus skeptical that he and Odysseus can handle the suitors without help?
(a) Odysseus has suffered for many years and it's taken a toll on his body.
(b) Telemachus is untried in battle.
(c) Odysseus isn't as young as he used to be.
(d) There are more than 100 suitors haunting their halls.

5. How long have the suitors been coming to Odysseus' home?
(a) More than three years.
(b) Four years.
(c) A couple of years.
(d) Six years.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. To which goddess does Odysseus compare Nausicaa in Book 6?

3. In Book 16, Where do Telemachus' gifts go?

4. During this assembly, who does Antinous blame for Telemachus' problem?

5. Where is Telemachus supposed to put all the fighting gear that lies about Odysseus' hall?

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