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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In 'Works and Days', when does Hesiod tell his brother he should chop wood?
(a) Spring.
(b) Winter.
(c) Fall.
(d) Autumn.

3. In 'Works and Days', what does the author ask the Muses of Pieria for?
(a) Paint.
(b) Words.
(c) Actions.
(d) Song.

4. How many kinds of strife exist according to 'Works and Days'?
(a) 2.
(b) 1.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

5. What is the speaker of 'Theogony' supposed to celebrate?
(a) The Gods.
(b) Earth.
(c) The Heavens.
(d) The Muses.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 'Works and Days', where do the third generation's spirits travel?

2. Who eventually give Zeus thunder?

3. Who slays Geryones?

4. In 'Theogony', why do the Gods choose Zeus to rule them?

5. Who gives birth to Aether and Day?

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