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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1: Chapter 5-6; Book 2: Chapter 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. 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 atone for the neglect given to certain gods.
(d) To prove her humility.

4. What happens to the body of the person that's killed every year in the town?
(a) The body is buried in the town's cemetery.
(b) The body is cremated and the ashes spread over the fields.
(c) The body is thrown into the sea.
(d) The body is plowed into the field.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does the entire town watch Theseus and the queen doing?

3. Why does Aigeus ask the king if he can go to the priestess?

4. Why does Theseus decide to make friends with one of the neighboring kingdoms?

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

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