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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 32-33.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What advice does Odysseus give Achilles regarding returning to the fight?
(a) To take the high ground and keep himself alive as long as possible.
(b) To undermine Agamemnon’s authority by winning victories in the field.
(c) To let fate happen on his own terms, instead of being subject to it.
(d) To win friends among his people by protecting their lives.

2. Where does the fleet sail before they go to Troy?
(a) Pelion.
(b) Ithaka.
(c) Scyros.
(d) Aulis.

3. What does Achilles kill while he is talking with Patroclus about war?
(a) A turtle.
(b) A snake.
(c) A deer.
(d) A bird.

4. How many men does Achilles kill on his first day in battle?
(a) 24.
(b) 6.
(c) 12.
(d) 10.

5. Who is first in line for the distribution of war prizes?
(a) Menelaus.
(b) Achilles.
(c) Agamemnon.
(d) Odysseus.

Short Answer Questions

1. What nickname does Peleus give Patroclus?

2. What other hero has Chiron taught?

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

4. Who does Patroclus dream about when he moves to Achilles’ room?

5. Why does Hector fight the Trojans?

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