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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. When does Aphrodite say that Aeneas, the child she has with Anchises, will be able to return to earth?
(a) When he is eight years old.
(b) When he is five years old.
(c) When he is ten years old.
(d) When he is one year old.

2. Who is Athena's father?
(a) Ares.
(b) Zeus.
(c) Apollo.
(d) Poseidon.

3. As explained in The Second Hymn to Aphrodite, how was Aphrodite born?
(a) From the rays of the sun.
(b) From the center of a flower.
(c) From the foam of the sea.
(d) From the flames of a fire.

4. How is Hestia's presence described in the Hymns to Hestia?
(a) Comforting.
(b) Eternal.
(c) Overwhelming.
(d) Powerful.

5. Which one of the following is Athena known for?
(a) Forests.
(b) Wisdom.
(c) Sea.
(d) Fire.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of leaves appear as the boat continues to sail while holding Dionysus?

2. According to The Third Hymn to Dionysus, why is Dionysus raised in secrecy?

3. As stated in The Hymn to Aphrodite, what is Athena known for?

4. What is the last command that Aphrodite has for Anchises?

5. According to The Second Hymn to Dionysus, who is the father of Dionysus?

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