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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What happens on the final day of battle? (from Book 8: Thermopylae, Chapter 35 - 38)

The Persians are completely defeated.

The Greeks are defeated at Thermopylae, but the Persian fleet is defeated.

The Greeks are victorious on the field of battle, but lose the naval battle.

The Greeks are completely defeated.

2.

What is the last thing that Xerxes says to Xeones as Chapter 19 closes? (from Book 5: Polynikes, Chapter 18 - 19)

"Why would you tell me such a thing, that I may know of your offense and kill you outright?"

"No one could have breached my tent and survived it, therefore you are lying. I suggest that you be totally honest with me in the future, Greek."

"You are either the bravest warrior or the biggest fool to ever walk the earth"

"Please, my friend, continue your tale. Tell it as you wish, in whatever manner the god instructs you."

3.

What oath does Arete swear to Xeones? (from Book 5: Polynikes, Chapter 20 - 23)

She swears that his cousin will hear of his honor in battle and where his body lies.

She swears to help take care of his son after he is gone.

She swears to never tell about his secret love.

She swears to befriend his cousin Diomache and keep her company.

4.

When Xerxes goes on a rampage, what does he do in his rage? (from Book 8: Thermopylae, Chapter 35 - 38)

He kills all of his generals.

He screams and destroys many of his own possessions.

He kills some of his high ranking officers.

He kills Xeones.

5.

Why does Arete give Xeones coins? (from Book 5: Polynikes, Chapter 20 - 23)

She is paying him for his service to her husband.

She gives him the money to run away with and avoid death with the three hundred.

She is bribing him to remain silent of what he saw when he caught her with Polynikes.

She gives him the money as a gift for his birthday.

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