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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Theogony.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who rules over the sea?
(a) The mermaids.
(b) Triton.
(c) Zeus.
(d) Tricor.

2. According to 'Theogony', what gift does Zeus give to humans?
(a) Kings.
(b) Princesses.
(c) Princes.
(d) Queens.

3. How does Hesiod explain in 'Theogony' that Aphrodite is formed?
(a) From falling stars.
(b) From diamonds.
(c) From sea foam.
(d) From clay.

4. What is the job of the Muses that 'Theogony' deems most important?
(a) Create poetry for the Greeks.
(b) Feed dew to heaven-chosen princes.
(c) Feed Zeus grapes.
(d) Sing to Zeus.

5. Hesiod discusses the lineage of several Gods in 'Theogony'. Who is Zeus' father?
(a) Cronus.
(b) Cuttus.
(c) Gyes.
(d) Heracles.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does the speaker praise in the beginning of 'Theogony' ?

2. Who do Ceto and Phrocys give birth to?

3. Who eventually give Zeus thunder?

4. What gift do Apollo and the muses give humans in 'Theogony'?

5. Who gives birth to Heaven, Hills and Pontius?

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