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

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

3. How is Theseus' grandfather feeling when Theseus comes to visit him?
(a) Happy.
(b) Sickly.
(c) Angry.
(d) Excited.

4. In the story that Theseus' grandfather tells him, what befalls the city?
(a) An earthquake.
(b) A plague.
(c) A drought.
(d) A flood.

5. What does Theseus hear the harper singing about?
(a) A city that built great structures and the methods they used.
(b) A city that moved great rocks and the methods they used.
(c) A city where potions can be found to heal the sick.
(d) A city where great riches can be found.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Theseus' grandfather?

2. How old is Theseus when he finishes his service to Poseidon?

3. Why did King Minos' men take the smaller boys from Troizen?

4. In Theseus' dream, what does he use to move the rock?

5. What age is Theseus as he narrates the story?

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