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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Four: Homeward Bound.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

4. For how many days do the Argonauts mourn the death of their fellow sailor (the one who perishes from a boar attack)?
(a) 3 days.
(b) 2 days.
(c) 6 days.
(d) 8 days.

5. Who does Hera ask to watch for Medea and Jason's leave from Kirke's house?
(a) Nike.
(b) Iris.
(c) Nymphs.
(d) Sirens.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Kirke the sister of?

2. Who gave the orders for the men to all pull the Argo into the channel?

3. How many challenges does the son of Leto say the men will face on their journey?

4. What does Medea kiss as she leaves the palace to flee with Jason?

5. In the Plain of Kirke, what hangs from the elm and willow branches?

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