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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Hymn to Demeter.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What fifth-century poet is mentioned in the Introduction in reference to a description of the Homeridae?
(a) Choerilus.
(b) Telecleides.
(c) Panyassis.
(d) Pindar.

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

3. What meter are the hymns composed in?
(a) Tetrameter.
(b) Pentameter.
(c) Hexameter.
(d) Trimeter.

4. What type of leaves appear as the boat continues to sail while holding Dionysus?
(a) Plant leaves.
(b) Plant and flower leaves.
(c) Vine and flower leaves.
(d) Vine leaves.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Hades first described in The Hymn to Demeter?

2. What is the intent of the captain of the sailing boat?

3. What does the helmsman of the boat recognize?

4. Which fruit's seeds does Demeter's daughter eat before returning?

5. Which one of the following was Poseidon also known for?

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