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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Hymns to Athena and Hestia.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Based on the ancient myths, what is known to happen when mortals have affairs with immortals?
(a) It can lead to chaos.
(b) It can lead to destruction.
(c) It can lead to confusion.
(d) It can lead to tragedy.

2. What type of leaves appear as the boat continues to sail while holding Dionysus?
(a) Plant leaves.
(b) Plant and flower leaves.
(c) Vine and flower leaves.
(d) Vine leaves.

3. Who reportedly witnessed the birth of Athena?
(a) Men and animals, but not gods.
(b) Gods and men.
(c) Gods, men, and animals.
(d) Gods and animals, but not men.

4. Whose house does the poet mention at the end of The Second Hymn to Hestia because it is blessed by Hestia?
(a) Ares.
(b) Poseidon.
(c) Zeus.
(d) Apollo.

5. What is the intent of the captain of the sailing boat?
(a) To release Dionysus on the next island.
(b) To hold Dionysus for ransom.
(c) To destroy Dionysus.
(d) To gain knowledge from Dionysus.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Hestia's presence described in the Hymns to Hestia?

2. What does Anchises ask Aphrodite for after he learns her identity?

3. In the story, where is Dionysus raised?

4. When is Anchises bewitched by Aphrodite's beauty?

5. How many hymns are there to Athena?

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