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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3: Chapter 3; Book 4: Chapter 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Theseus' mother need to give herself to the first man that is sent by the gods?
(a) To atone for the neglect given to certain gods.
(b) To prove her humility.
(c) To atone for her past sins.
(d) To prove her devotion to the gods.

2. How many women had Aigeus been married to before he met Theseus' mother?
(a) Two.
(b) Three.
(c) One.
(d) Four.

3. What is the name of the road on which Theseus travels to Athens?
(a) Isthmus Road.
(b) Nisos Road.
(c) Eleusis Road.
(d) Troizen Road.

4. When Theseus is 7-years-old, what animal does his grandfather sacrifice in a ceremony?
(a) Pig.
(b) Cow.
(c) Horse.
(d) Goat.

5. What is the name of the other boy who comes to serve Poseidon?
(a) Pittheus.
(b) Simo.
(c) Diokles.
(d) Kannadis.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the queen do after her fight with Theseus?

2. Why does Aigeus command the king and the priestess to keep Theseus' identity hidden?

3. After Theseus' friend is killed, he comes to a camp of _________.

4. What is the name of the queen's brother?

5. What does Theseus discover when reaching the palace?

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