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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In summarizing The Hymn to the Earth, what does the poet suggest follows the manifestation of Earth's blessings?
(a) Health, fortune, and wealth.
(b) Fortune and wealth.
(c) Health and wealth.
(d) Health and fortune.

2. In a tribute, which Greek historian attributes the "Hymn to Apollo" to Homer?
(a) Ephorus.
(b) Thucydides.
(c) Xenophon.
(d) Aethlius.

3. In the story, where is Dionysus raised?
(a) A secret cave.
(b) A secret mountain.
(c) A secret fortress.
(d) A secret island.

4. Which argument does the poet describe in The Hymn to Dionysus?
(a) The argument between Dionysus and the captain.
(b) The argument between the helmsman and the captain.
(c) The argument between Dionysus, the helmsman, and the captain.
(d) The argument between Dionysus and the helmsman.

5. Who jumps overboard after Dionysus's transformation?
(a) The entire crew except for the helmsman.
(b) The entire crew except for the captain.
(c) The entire crew.
(d) No one.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the length of the longest hymn?

2. What meter are the hymns composed in?

3. How does the first Hymn to Dionysus conclude?

4. What way does the poet describe the manifestation of Earth's blessings in children?

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

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