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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4: Chapter 4-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Theseus' childhood friend who begs to come with him?
(a) Dexios.
(b) Diokles.
(c) Simo.
(d) Pylas.

2. What does Theseus and his kinsmen practice on the ship?
(a) Fighting.
(b) A dance.
(c) Speed drills.
(d) Singing.

3. How does Theseus kill the queen's brother?
(a) A spear in his back.
(b) A spear in his side.
(c) Chops off his head.
(d) A spear in his heart.

4. How many months will the bull dancers have to train?
(a) One month.
(b) Six months.
(c) Two weeks.
(d) Three months.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In the story that Theseus' grandfather tells him, what befalls the city?

2. Who do Theseus and his friend find on the side of the road?

3. Who is the ruler of the neighboring kingdom?

4. How many men is Theseus bringing to help in his father's war?

5. Who does Theseus go to war against?

(see the answer key)

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