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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Achilles and Patroclus turn 16, what question does Achilles ask his mother?
(a) Whether she can see them with Chiron.
(b) When Patroclus will die.
(c) How he will die.
(d) Whether Patroclus can become immortal.

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

3. What is Patroclus’ strongest feeling toward Achilles, the first time he sees him at his house?
(a) Envy.
(b) Hatred.
(c) Longing.
(d) Indifference.

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

5. What does Patroclus’ father tell him about Achilles?
(a) That he is what a husband should be.
(b) That he is what a son should be.
(c) That he is what a god should be.
(d) That he is what a Greek soldier should be.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color sails are flying on the ship that comes to Achilles and Patroclus?

2. What does Chiron give Achilles as a gift for his expedition to Troy?

3. Who is Tyndareus’ daughter?

4. How does Deidameia compel Patroclus to make love to her?

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

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