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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Athene reveal herself to the men gathered at Nestor's palace?
(a) She transforms into an osprey before their eyes.
(b) She transforms into a horse before their eyes.
(c) She transforms into a heifer before their eyes.
(d) She transforms into mist before their eyes.

2. How many times has the meeting of the assembly occurred since Odysseus left?
(a) It doesn't say.
(b) Ten times.
(c) Five times.
(d) Once.

3. What is Nausicaa's greatest concern for the trip back to her father's house from the river?
(a) She's worried that Odysseus isn't strong enough to make it.
(b) She's worried about her reputation.
(c) She's worried that Odysseus will get lost.
(d) She's worried that Odysseus will act immodestly, causing her shame.

4. Why does Athena speak to Nausicaa in her dreams?
(a) She wants Nausicaa to prepare for her upcoming marriage.
(b) She wants others to know that Nausicaa has a connection with the immortals.
(c) She wants to tell Nausicaa that she hasn't been a good daughter or sister since she hasn't washed the clothes.
(d) She wants Nausicaa to discover Odysseus.

5. In which contest in Book 8 does Odysseus first outstrip all others?
(a) Boxing.
(b) Archery.
(c) Discus.
(d) Running.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tells Telemachus that it's time for him to behave like a man, not a child?

2. In Chapter 12, with his ship destroyed, Odysseus drifts until he reaches _____________.

3. Who speaks up in Book 7 to ask that Odysseus be given a seat in the court of Alcinous since he has come as a supplicant?

4. Who first notices Odysseus' clothes in Alcinous' house?

5. What is Nestor doing when Telemachus arrives in Pylos?

Short Essay Questions

1. Is it necessary for Odysseus to threaten Eurycleia when she recognizes him?

2. In Book 20, why does Athene make the suitors laugh uncontrollably?

3. Describe the suitors' reaction to Telemachus calling a meeting of the assembly in Book 1.

4. How does a naked Odysseus ask for help among Nausicaa and the maids?

5. What do the suitors think of Telemachus leaving Ithaca? What are their fears?

6. What is similar to Odysseus' real plight in his fictional tale to Eumaeus in Book 14?

7. Which men support Telemachus at the assembly in Book 2? Why do they support him, and how are they treated by the others?

8. Describe Poseidon's attack on Odysseus in Book 5.

9. What does Hercules serves as a reminder for/about?

10. What does the story of Ares and Aphrodite teach?

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