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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Three: Jason and Medea.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what weapon's wound does Sthenelos die?
(a) A Harpie's claws.
(b) A sword.
(c) A dagger.
(d) An arrow.

2. Which goddess helped Jason to get the Argos?
(a) Aphrodite.
(b) Athena.
(c) Hera.
(d) Demeter.

3. On what coast does Jason travel to to meet the Argo?
(a) Pagasai.
(b) Pytho.
(c) Lykia.
(d) Xanthos.

4. What type of winds are the men waiting for before they leave the port in Book 1?
(a) Strong.
(b) God-sent.
(c) Mighty.
(d) Favorable.

5. What is the name of the mortal that both Zeus and Apollo fail to "deflower"?
(a) Sinope.
(b) Bronzerte.
(c) Darimerte.
(d) Carynthe.

Short Answer Questions

1. What wish does Phineus ask of the gods after he finishes the tale of the Argonauts journey?

2. When learning of Heracles's origins, what animal does he have in chains?

3. Whose "fate" do the men, of the Argo, grieve about (prior to their leaving Hellas)?

4. Where do the Mossynoikoi get their name from?

5. For how many days do the Argonauts mourn the death of their fellow sailor (the one who perishes from a boar attack)?

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