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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 are Deidameia’s women famous for?
(a) Dancing.
(b) Poetry.
(c) Weaving.
(d) Singing.

2. What does Patroclus say is most surprising in Achilles’ new status?
(a) He is the subject of treacherous plots.
(b) He is a commander of men, now.
(c) He is protected by a huge guard.
(d) He is open about his intimacy with Patroclus.

3. What does Patroclus take with him when he leaves Phthia?
(a) Gold from Peleus’ stores.
(b) Only his tunic and sandals.
(c) His mother’s lyre.
(d) Food and a knife.

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

5. How does Clysonymus die?
(a) Patroclus stabs him.
(b) He breaks his head on a rock.
(c) He drowns.
(d) He is killed by a god.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color sails do traders typically use on their ships?

2. How do Odysseus and Diomedes compel Achilles to come to Troy?

3. How does Patroclus learn to discern Thetis’ visits?

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

5. What is Patroclus’ strongest feeling toward Achilles, the first time he sees him at his house?

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