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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What is the most significant connection between the experiences of "Gladys" and Geryon in this section? (from Section 12)

That Geryon, like Gladys, is experiencing powerful sexual desires.

That Geryon and Gladys both have sex on a plane.

That Geryon and Gladys are both involved with men from their pasts.

That Geryon and Gladys both start with the letter G.

2.

Who was Helen of Troy's father? (from Section 3)

King Geryon

The god Zeus.

King Stesichoros.

The god Herakles.

3.

What is significant about the reference to Lava Man having joined a circus? (from Section 7)

There is the implied suggestion that Geryon, someone as unique as Lava Man, might also end up on display in a circus.

There is the implied suggestion that Geryon, someone as passionate about living as Lava Man, might find a place where he can live his life fully.

There is the implied suggestion that Geryon, someone as happy as Lava Man, might also end up on display in a circus.

There is the implied suggestion that Geryon, someone as full of feeling as Lava Man, might become perceived as a freak by the public.

4.

What is the most likely reason that Geryon doesn't answer his mother's questions about Herakles? (from Section 6)

He's afraid of her negative reaction.

He's afraid that his brother will find out, and he'll get beaten up.

He's afraid that she won't care at all.

He's afraid that he will get Herakles in trouble

5.

What does the term "homegold" refer to? (from Section 2)

"Homegold" suggests treasure of some kind: in this case, Geryon's secret pile of gold.

"Homegold" suggests that Geryon values his home highly: more specifically, his loving parents.

"Homegold" suggests treasure of some kind: in this case, Geryon's treasured animals.

"Homegold" suggests that Geryon values his identity highly: in this case, his treasured red uniqueness.

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