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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what god is Theseus told from birth that he is begotten?
(a) Ares.
(b) Zeus.
(c) Poseidon.
(d) Hades.

2. Who does Theseus' mother reveal to be his father?
(a) King Pittheus.
(b) Kannadis.
(c) Diokles.
(d) Aigeus.

3. What items does Theseus find under the rock?
(a) Sword and sandals.
(b) Helmet and shield.
(c) Sandals and shield.
(d) Shield and sword.

4. Why did King Minos' men take the smaller boys from Troizen?
(a) To punish the people of Troizen.
(b) To be slaves for entertainment to run with the bulls.
(c) To train them to be soldiers.
(d) To work in the fields as laborers.

5. Why does Aigeus ask the king if he can go to the priestess?
(a) He would like to ask her for advice.
(b) He has no sons of his own and is certain the gods would grant one of this union.
(c) He has a great attraction for her and would like to make her his wife.
(d) He wants to become king.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Simo make fun of Theseus?

2. Who is Theseus' grandfather?

3. Where does Theseus' father rule?

4. What is the name of the other boy who comes to serve Poseidon?

5. How many women had Aigeus been married to before he met Theseus' mother?

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