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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the poet describe the cowardice he would like to "shake off" in The Hymn to Ares?
(a) Daunting.
(b) Unnecessary.
(c) Irrational.
(d) Cruel.

2. In the first Hymn to Hermes, where is Hermes judged for his crimes?
(a) Delphi.
(b) Mount Olympus.
(c) Mount Athos.
(d) Sparta.

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

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

5. Who is believed to be Herakles's father?
(a) Hermes.
(b) Zeus.
(c) Apollo.
(d) Ares.

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

7. What fruit do the leaves sprout as Dionysus remains on the sailing ship?
(a) Strawberries.
(b) Oranges.
(c) Grapes.
(d) Apples.

8. Which god did the Homeridae feature in their preludes?
(a) Zeus.
(b) Neptune.
(c) Mercury.
(d) Apollo.

9. What talent of Apollo is described in the first Hymn to Hermes?
(a) Music.
(b) Archery.
(c) Magic.
(d) Writing.

10. Along with his feats of strength, which one of the following is also discussed in The Hymn to Herakles?
(a) His philosophy.
(b) His intelligence.
(c) His rivalries.
(d) His wandering.

11. What is the difference between the first and second hymns to Artemis?
(a) The first hymn is longer.
(b) The first hymn is not about Artemis.
(c) The first hymn is shorter.
(d) The first hymn does not mention Artemis by name.

12. According to The Third Hymn to Dionysus, why is Dionysus raised in secrecy?
(a) To protect him from Hera.
(b) To teach him various skills.
(c) To protect his identity.
(d) To prevent him from discovering his parents.

13. What is the intent of the captain of the sailing boat?
(a) To destroy Dionysus.
(b) To hold Dionysus for ransom.
(c) To release Dionysus on the next island.
(d) To gain knowledge from Dionysus.

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

15. How is the sailing ship that captures Dionysus described?
(a) Abandoned.
(b) Lost.
(c) Rogue.
(d) Reckless.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which one of the following is not something that Hermes was known as?

2. According to the most recent study included in the Introduction, what period are the longer hymns from?

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

4. According to the hymn, where does Artemis dance?

5. How is Artemis's dancing described in the hymn?

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