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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Chapter 3; Book 3: Chapter 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. 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.

3. How does Theseus make the people in the camp feel?
(a) Angry.
(b) Envious.
(c) Nervous.
(d) Safe.

4. What happens when Theseus stomps the ground after Simo makes fun of him?
(a) An earthquake begins.
(b) It begins to rain.
(c) A giant hole forms.
(d) He injures his foot.

5. Who is Theseus' mentor?
(a) Simo.
(b) Diokles.
(c) Kannadis.
(d) Pittheus.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Theseus' mother call on an oracle to look at Theseus' journey?

2. Why does Theseus' mother need to give herself to the first man that is sent by the gods?

3. From what god is Theseus told from birth that he is begotten?

4. What does the queen's brother try to give Theseus' men after they defeat the city?

5. What items does Theseus find under the rock?

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