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A very quick quiz on Books 9 & 10 of The Iliad.

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Books 9-10: Quick Quiz

Question 1 of 5

1

Who proposes returning to Greece because the war was a failure?

Select one of the following:

  • Achilles

  • Nestor

  • Agamemnon

  • Athena

Explanation

Question 2 of 5

1

How does Diomedes respond to Agamemnon's weeping?

Select one of the following:

  • He says he will fight even if no one else will.

  • He threatens to kill Agamemnon on the spot.

  • He decides to beg Achilles to return to the army.

  • He speaks passionately about a return to Greece.

Explanation

Question 3 of 5

1

How does Achilles react to Agamemnon's offer to fight the Trojans?

Select one of the following:

  • He quickly agrees to return to battle.

  • He threatens to kill Agamemnon unless he leaves for good.

  • He says that he plans to return home.

  • He suggests that he will instead help the Trojans.

Explanation

Question 4 of 5

1

What does Nestor suggest doing next in battle?

Select one of the following:

  • Retreat back to Greece

  • Send spies to the Trojans

  • Pray to Athena for help

  • Turn to Agamemnon for ideas

Explanation

Question 5 of 5

1

What does Dolon, the Trojan spy, do when he meets Odysseus and Diomedes?

Select one of the following:

  • He refuses to give up information.

  • He tries to run away from them.

  • He reveals the positions of the Trojan army and allies.

  • He tries to kill both men.

Explanation