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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Hymns to Hephaistos, Poseidon, Zeus and the Muses.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what way does Hermes's mother respond to Hermes' stealing activities?
(a) She ignores him.
(b) She cries.
(c) She laughs.
(d) She scolds him.

2. What is the Earth praised for in the first hymn?
(a) Her loyalty.
(b) Her commitment.
(c) Her strength.
(d) Her sacredness.

3. In what way does the author describe how Earth's blessings manifest themselves in females?
(a) Tenderness.
(b) Warmth.
(c) Beauty.
(d) Courage.

4. Which one of the following is not included in the description of Hermes provided in The Second Hymn to Hermes?
(a) Giver of good things.
(b) Guide.
(c) Thief.
(d) Dispenser of favors.

5. As described in The Hymn to Asclepios, what is Asclepios known for?
(a) Healing.
(b) Flight.
(c) Fire.
(d) War.

Short Answer Questions

1. Based on the hymn, how did the men that Hephaistos represents live?

2. Which one of the following is not included by the poet in the list of people that the Muses favor?

3. Based on the information provided in The Second Hymn to Dionysus, who raises Dionysus?

4. How many of the stolen animals does Hermes sacrifice in the caves?

5. Based on the myth, what does Hermes use the shell of the turtle to make?

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