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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. Who steals all of Phineus's food?
(a) Hera.
(b) Sirens.
(c) Scavengers.
(d) Harpies.

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

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

4. Upon which goddess does the success of the Argonauts journey depend?
(a) Aphrodite.
(b) Nyx.
(c) Iris.
(d) Hera.

5. How many daughters does Aietes have?
(a) 4.
(b) 1.
(c) 2.
(d) 3.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Orpheus marry?

2. How is Jason related to Aietes?

3. Why does Aietes beleive that Jason has come from Hellas?

4. Who is given the honor of sitting in the middle benches?

5. Which goddess causes Medea to change her mind about killing herself?

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