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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hymns to the Earth, Artemis, Hera, and the Mother of the Gods.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As mentioned in The Second Hymn to Hera, who offers the praises to her?
(a) Humans, animals, and nature.
(b) Animals and nature, but not humans.
(c) Humans and animals, but not nature.
(d) Humans and nature, but not animals.

2. Who is the other major composer of early Greek poetry that is mentioned in the Introduction?
(a) Thespis.
(b) Antimachus.
(c) Hesiod.
(d) Euripides.

3. Based on the findings of archaeologists, which centuries have a gap between them where no writings have been found?
(a) The eighth and second.
(b) The eighth and fourth.
(c) The twelfth and ninth.
(d) The twelfth and seventh.

4. What is Artemis's skill?
(a) Speed.
(b) Fighting wars.
(c) Singing.
(d) Hunting.

5. In The Hymn to the Earth, what does the poet refer to the Earth as?
(a) The mother of us all.
(b) The guardian of civilization.
(c) The mother of civilization.
(d) The guardian of us all.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the evidence presented in the Introduction, what are some of the hymns most likely a prelude for?

2. What does the first hymn to Hera praise her for?

3. What instrument is Artemis known for using?

4. In the opinion of the author, how does Hera's power compare to the influence of her husband?

5. What is the length of the longest hymn?

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