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

2. What does Theseus continually pray to Poseidon about?
(a) For strength.
(b) A special weapon.
(c) For help.
(d) A sign.

3. How old is Theseus when he is sent to begin his service to Poseidon?
(a) 8 years old.
(b) 13 years old.
(c) 10 years old.
(d) 16 years old.

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

5. Who seeks to take the throne from Aigeus?
(a) His two brothers.
(b) His uncle.
(c) His sister.
(d) His cousin.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Theseus' mother ask him to lift the altar stone?

2. When Theseus is 7-years-old, what animal does his grandfather sacrifice in a ceremony?

3. What items does Theseus find under the rock?

4. What does Theseus hear the harper singing about?

5. Why does Simo make fun of Theseus?

(see the answer key)

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