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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Patroclus say ‘fell away’ to allow his friendship with Achilles to blossom?
(a) Dread.
(b) Sickness.
(c) Envy.
(d) Guilt.

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

4. How long did Thetis stay with Peleus before she returned to the ocean?
(a) 12 years.
(b) 9 years.
(c) 6 years.
(d) 1 year.

5. Who does Peleus claim to have fought beside?
(a) Theseus.
(b) Sarpedon.
(c) Hector.
(d) Heracles.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Patroclus describe Achilles’ lips?

2. How does Achilles understand divinity is accomplished?

3. How would you characterize the dynamic between Achilles and Patroclus?

4. How does Achilles describe his relationship with Patroclus?

5. Where does Chiron say death comes quickest?

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