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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who would be Ariston Achaion if Achilles were not?
(a) Odysseus.
(b) Ajax.
(c) Patroclus.
(d) Agamemnon,

2. How does Achilles help Patroclus avoid punishment?
(a) He takes him to music class with him.
(b) He pleads for mercy from his father.
(c) He fights with him.
(d) He makes him do his chores.

3. How would you characterize Achilles’ attitude toward Patroclus?
(a) Insulting.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Condescending.
(d) Indulgent.

4. How does Chiron handle Thetis’ demand that Patroclus not train with Achilles?
(a) He appeals to Zeus.
(b) He ignores it.
(c) He tells Thetis he will not honor it.
(d) He gives the choice to Achilles.

5. How does Odysseus identify Achilles among Lycomedes’ women?
(a) By asking him to come forward.
(b) By threatening Patroclus.
(c) By trickery.
(d) By asking the other women.

Short Answer Questions

1. After finally leaving for Troy, what does Achilles want to know about Patroclus’ childhood?

2. How does Achilles explain his interest in Patroclus to his father?

3. How does Achilles treat Deidameia?

4. Why is Patroclus threatened with punishment at Peleus’ house?

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

(see the answer key)

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