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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Achilles understand divinity is accomplished?
(a) Through force of arms.
(b) Through wealth and sacrifices.
(c) Through musical talent.
(d) Through famous exploits.

2. How does Achilles explain his interest in Patroclus to his father?
(a) He says that he is a good sparring partner.
(b) He says that he is knows important things.
(c) He says that he born is of high blood.
(d) He says that he is surprising.

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

4. How long has Achilles spent in the women’s chambers?
(a) Six months.
(b) Two months.
(c) Three months.
(d) One month.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why do kings send their daughters to Lycomedes?

3. What does Patroclus say ‘fell away’ to allow his friendship with Achilles to blossom?

4. What does Patroclus fight with Clysonymus over?

5. How does Patroclus describe his father?

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