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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

The narrative makes a reference to intense looks being exchanged between Herakles and Geryon. What does this reference suggest? (from Section 11)

That Geryon is angry to have his trip interrupted in this way.

That Herakles resents Geryon's intrusion on his time with Ancash.

That they are angry to have met each other again.

That they still feel a powerful attraction to each other.

2.

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

King Geryon

The god Zeus.

King Stesichoros.

The god Herakles.

3.

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

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

He's afraid that he will get Herakles in trouble

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

He's afraid of her negative reaction.

4.

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

"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.

"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.

5.

What is the most likely reason that Geryon's artwork seems, according to Herakles, to focus on experiences of being imprisoned? (from Section 7)

Geryon feels "imprisoned" by his relationship with his grandmother.

Geryon feels "imprisoned" by his inability to spend time with Herakles.

Geryon feels "imprisoned" by his attractions to girls.

Geryon feels "imprisoned" by his monstrous nature.

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