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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One: Preparation and Departure.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When singing of the lineage of heroes, who does the narrator state inspires his song?
(a) Hera.
(b) Jason.
(c) The Muses.
(d) Aphrodite.

2. What does Iphias kiss as Jason leaves for his journey?
(a) His elbow.
(b) His cheek.
(c) His hand.
(d) His shield.

3. When the heroes are to arrive at Aietes palace, what does the narrator say they will do if Pelias does not give them the fleece?
(a) Kill everyone.
(b) Overthrow Pelias.
(c) Set fire to the palace.
(d) Steal his queen.

4. Why do the slaves, maidservants, Jason, and his mother all gather together in his home?
(a) Jason's mother is dying.
(b) A child is being born.
(c) To bid Jason farewell.
(d) Jason's father is dying.

5. Who rules over Eleans?
(a) Augeias.
(b) Helios.
(c) Kepheus.
(d) Oineus.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of winds are the men waiting for before they leave the port in Book 1?

2. After the men had placed the Argo in the water, what was the first task men needed to be assigned to?

3. Who does Jason wish the crew to offer a sacrifice to before they begin their journey?

4. After Jason prays for the safe passage and return of the Argo, what does he throw?

5. Who is Jason's mother?

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