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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 'Theogony', where does Zeus' mother hide him?
(a) In a cave.
(b) In the ocean.
(c) In a tree.
(d) In a palace.

2. Hesiod tells the audience about a prophecy in 'Theogony.' What does Zeus do to his father that Earth and Heaven predicted?
(a) Overpowers him.
(b) Hugs him.
(c) Kisses him.
(d) Murders him.

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

4. What animal do Ceto and Phorcys give birth to?
(a) A lion.
(b) A dog.
(c) A snake.
(d) A fish.

5. Who gives birth to Themisto, Pronoe and Nemertes?
(a) Nereus and Doris.
(b) Hercules.
(c) Doris.
(d) Nerues.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Chimaera's heads look like?

2. Hesiod discusses the lineage of several Gods in 'Theogony'. Who is Zeus' father?

3. Which Goddess, according to 'Theogony', has privileges amongst the heavens, earth and sea?

4. One of Heaven's sons greatly injures her in 'Theogony.' What does the blood of Heaven form after the betrayal?

5. What does Hesiod claim in 'Theogony' that Prometheus steals from Zeus?

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