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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Two: Onward to Colchis.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whose "fate" do the men, of the Argo, grieve about (prior to their leaving Hellas)?
(a) Ankaios.
(b) Idmon.
(c) Pytho.
(d) Hercales.

2. While the heroes are on the way to Magnesian Pagasai, what does the text compare the heroes to?
(a) Golden shields.
(b) Blooming flowers.
(c) Bright stars.
(d) Lightning bolts.

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

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

5. Who hits the ox on the head to prepare it for sacrifice before the Argo leaves Hellas?
(a) Jason.
(b) Pytho.
(c) Hercales.
(d) Leto.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of hide does Argos wear as he came to meet Jason?

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

3. On what coast does Jason travel to to meet the Argo?

4. What physical attribute of Apollo's may only his mother, Leto, touch?

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

(see the answer key)

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