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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 Patroclus learn to discern Thetis’ visits?
(a) By the sound of her footsteps.
(b) By the silence.
(c) By the dimming of the light.
(d) By the sound of crashing waves.

2. Where is Patroclus exiled to?
(a) Sparta.
(b) Phthia.
(c) Scyros.
(d) Thessaly.

3. What does Achilles say has been prophesied about his martial skills?
(a) He will be second only to Hector in skill.
(b) He will become a great teacher of soldiers.
(c) He will amass the largest army in the Mediterranean.
(d) He will be the best warrior of his generation.

4. What reason does Achilles give for his confidence that he will be the first happy hero?
(a) His mother’s protection.
(b) His love for Patroclus.
(c) His skill in battle.
(d) His boyish delight.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How are Achilles and Patroclus expected to treat girls?

2. How long did Thetis stay with Peleus before she returned to the ocean?

3. Who tells Patroclus where Achilles has been taken, when he disappears after their intimacies?

4. How does Achilles understand divinity is accomplished?

5. What gift does Patroclus give Achilles on his birthday?

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