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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. Who does Odysseus claim as a bride?
(a) Helen.
(b) Deidameia.
(c) Penelope.
(d) Clytemnestra.

4. What color is the cloak Achilles receives for his birthday?
(a) White.
(b) Crimson.
(c) Gold.
(d) Purple.

5. Who does Tyndareus’ daughter choose as a husband?
(a) Diomedes.
(b) Odysseus.
(c) Menelaus.
(d) Patroclus.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Patroclus say is most surprising in Achilles’ new status?

2. How does Chiron handle Thetis’ demand that Patroclus not train with Achilles?

3. How does Clysonymus die?

4. What does Achilles teach Patroclus to do, on the first night Patroclus sleeps in his room?

5. How does Patroclus treat Deidameia?

(see the answer key)

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