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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Hesoid's brother?

2. In 'Works and Days', who does Hesiod say the God's will destroy?

3. What happens to the silver generation when Zeus puts them away?

4. What does Hesiod suggest to his brother in 'Works and Days' to do if it is windy outside?

5. Who does Justice tell Zeus about?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the fifth generation in 'Works and Days'.

2. In 'Works and Days', what are the two types of strife according to Hesiod?

3. Who, according to 'Works and Days', reports to Zeus about the behavior of men?

4. According to 'Works and Days', at what age should an ox be when bought and why?

5. Why, in 'Works and Days', does Hesiod tell his brother to turn his eyes away from his neighbor's riches?

6. Who, in 'Works and Days', does Hesiod tell his brother not to trust and why?

7. Describe the golden generation as written about in 'Works and Days'.

8. What happens when Pandora opens her box?

9. Who does Hesiod ask for help in writing the poem 'Works and Days' ?

10. Who does Hesiod address 'Works and Days' to?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the relationship between Gods and mortals in Greek mythology? Compare and contrast this relationship with another religion you are familiar with.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss two possible conflicts within 'Works and Days' and provide examples from the text that support your position.

Essay Topic 3

What is the role of a storyteller? How is the oral tradition important in preserving cultures? What role does storytelling play in Hesiod's poetry?

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