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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Odysseus and his men push away from the Cyclops island, what does Odysseus do?
(a) He taunts Polyphemus.
(b) He mourns the loss of his crewmen.
(c) He prays to the gods for deliverance.
(d) He spurs his crew to go faster.

2. Telemachus is overrun with ________, who sponge off of him and his estate, making no amends.
(a) Suitors.
(b) Soldiers.
(c) Relatives.
(d) Sailors.

3. Helen and Menelaus tell tales of Odysseus' exploits in Troy. What story does Menelaus tell?
(a) Menelaus gives Odysseus credit for keeping the men still and quiet inside the horse.
(b) Menelaus gives Odysseus credit for gaining access and intelligence of Troy in the first place.
(c) Menelaus gives Odysseus credit forbuilding the horse so they wouldn't be detected.
(d) Menelaus gives Odysseus credit for contriving of the horse

4. What does Odysseus receive from the thirteen kings of Phaecia?
(a) A spotless robe and tunic and a talent of gold.
(b) A chest of gold each, and a well-wrought libations cup.
(c) A slave and a chest of gold.
(d) A chest of gold and a chest of silver.

5. Which word best describes Odysseus' initial reaction when Calypso offers to help him in Book 5?
(a) Skeptical.
(b) Angered.
(c) Bewildered.
(d) Excited.

Short Answer Questions

1. Having left Ogygia and survived Poseidon's attack, what is Odysseus' new problem, now that he spots land?

2. According to Halitherses in Book 2, how long will Odysseus be gone before he returns to his friends and family?

3. How does the Cyclops in Book 9 show hospitality?

4. Why does Odysseus have to go to Hades in Book 10?

5. How does Athene reveal herself to the men gathered at Nestor's palace?

(see the answer key)

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