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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. What does Dionysus turn the crew of the ship into?
(a) Dolphins.
(b) Snakes.
(c) Frogs.
(d) Penguins.

2. According to The Second Hymn to Dionysus, who is the father of Dionysus?
(a) Ares.
(b) Apollo.
(c) Zeus.
(d) Poseidon.

3. How does the narrative of The Hymn to Aphrodite describe her preparations for approaching Anchises?
(a) Deceitful.
(b) Manipulative.
(c) Elaborate.
(d) Simple.

4. What is the last command that Aphrodite has for Anchises?
(a) To tell everyone about her visit.
(b) To remain silent about her visit.
(c) To begin preparing to raise their son.
(d) To find a woman to marry.

5. Based on the hymn, how many goddesses are there that Aphrodite cannot influence?
(a) None.
(b) Three.
(c) One.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does The Hymn to Dionysus begin?

2. What is Anchises's initial reaction when he learns Aphrodite's true identity?

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

4. Which one of the following is Athena known for?

5. How is the sailing ship that captures Dionysus described?

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