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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 29-31.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Achilles describe his relationship with Patroclus?
(a) He calls him his brother.
(b) He calls him his servant.
(c) He calls him his trusted companion.
(d) He calls him his slave.

2. What distinction does Peleus offer Achilles?
(a) Safe haven in Phthia during the war.
(b) Leadership of the Phthian war party.
(c) Leadership of the Greek war party.
(d) Two more years to learn from Chiron in Pelion.

3. How does Patroclus say Chiron teaches?
(a) In lessons.
(b) In projects.
(c) In opportunities
(d) In crafts.

4. How does Achilles surprise Patroclus when they return to Phthia?
(a) By putting him first.
(b) By deferring to him publicly.
(c) By including him in his glory.
(d) By ignoring him.

5. How does Patroclus describe his anger at Achilles for allowing Briseis to be taken?
(a) He says that Achilles is possessed by an evil spirit.
(b) He says that Achilles has betrayed himself.
(c) He says that Achilles is mad with rage at Agamemnon.
(d) He says that he does not know this man.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who would be Ariston Achaion if Achilles were not?

2. How does Patroclus describe his father?

3. Which Trojan warrior does Patroclus kill?

4. What is the last thing Thetis says to Achilles?

5. How long does it take before Achilles befriends Patroclus?

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