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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Chiron handle Thetis’ demand that Patroclus not train with Achilles?
(a) He gives the choice to Achilles.
(b) He tells Thetis he will not honor it.
(c) He ignores it.
(d) He appeals to Zeus.

2. How old is Patroclus when he is orphaned?
(a) 13.
(b) 10.
(c) 17.
(d) 15.

3. What does Patroclus want to get away from when he leaves Peleus’ house?
(a) The smell of salt water.
(b) The other boys’ accusations.
(c) His guilt-ridden nightmares.
(d) Peleus’ rage.

4. Why does Achilles stop doing his drills when Patroclus enters?
(a) He does not want to be seen as a god.
(b) No one sees him fight.
(c) He does not want to give away secrets.
(d) He wants to teach Patroclus, now.

5. Who points out the problems that might arise from jealous suitors regarding Helen?
(a) Tyndareus.
(b) Odysseus.
(c) Phoinix.
(d) Patroclus.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Patroclus describe his father?

2. Why is Patroclus threatened with punishment at Peleus’ house?

3. How does Peleus respond when Achilles says that he does not expect to be convinced to fight?

4. What does Achilles say has been prophesied about his martial skills?

5. Where does Achilles’ mother live?

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