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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. What is the name of the queen's brother?
(a) Aigeus.
(b) Pylas.
(c) Nisos.
(d) Xanthos.

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

3. What age is Theseus as he narrates the story?
(a) A teenager.
(b) A young man.
(c) A child.
(d) An old man.

4. Where does Theseus' father rule?
(a) Crete.
(b) Hellene.
(c) Troizen.
(d) Athens.

5. In Theseus' dream, what does he use to move the rock?
(a) Someone helps him.
(b) Wood poles.
(c) A wagon.
(d) Spades.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Theseus' grandfather?

2. Why does Theseus' mother not want Theseus to tell anyone along his journey who he is?

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

4. How does Theseus' grandfather feel when he learns Theseus didn't go on the ship?

5. What is the name of the king's woman?

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