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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 9, The Wandering Rocks.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Aeolus recognize Ulysses' name?
(a) Ulysses and Aeolus have met before.
(b) From tales of the Trojan war.
(c) From tales Aeolus has heard from his father.
(d) The gods have warned Aeolus about Ulysses.

2. Who is Circe?
(a) A naiad.
(b) A sorceress.
(c) A goddess.
(d) A mermaid.

3. What does Aeolus ask Ulysses for when he greets him on the island?
(a) A sacrifice.
(b) A song.
(c) A story.
(d) A gift.

4. Where do the villagers gather to organize an attack on the Hellenes?
(a) In the hills.
(b) In a hut.
(c) At the coast.
(d) By a river.

5. What does Ulysses offer to Polyphemus so that he can better enjoy his dinner?
(a) Water.
(b) Goat meat.
(c) Wine.
(d) Dessert.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the god Ulysses meets give him in order to resist Circe's spell?

2. What does Ulysses do to stop the attacking villagers from following his men?

3. How many Hellenes does Polyphemus eat?

4. What animals are outside the island's castle?

5. What does Aeolus send to set Ulysses' ships off course?

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