Classical Mythology: Gods, Heroes, and Legends
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What is the title of the section that deals with the events leading up to the Trojan War?

  • The Fall of Troy
  • The Quest of the Golden Fleece
  • The Trojan War Prologue (correct)
  • The Judgment of Paris
  • Which hero's adventures are described in Part IV of the book?

  • Hercules
  • Perseus
  • Atalanta
  • Odysseus (correct)
  • In which part of the book can the story of the Fall of Troy be found?

  • Part Three
  • Part Six
  • Part Four (correct)
  • Part Five
  • What is the name of Aeneas' journey in the book?

    <p>From Troy to Italy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the main character in the story of the Trojan War Prologue?

    <p>Paris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the section that deals with the aftermath of the Trojan War?

    <p>The Adventures of Aeneas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered the head of the list of chief writers of Greek myths?

    <p>Homer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate date of the Iliad, according to scholars?

    <p>1000 B.C.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Hesiod's poem and the Iliad and the Odyssey?

    <p>Courtly splendor vs. harsh reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of Hesiod's poem that tries to show men how to live a good life?

    <p>Works and Days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the occupation of Hesiod?

    <p>Poor farmer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Greek tragedians viewed myths as vehicles of deep religious truth?

    <p>The Greek tragedians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following plays is an exception to the mythological subject theme?

    <p>Aeschylus' Persians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ancient Greek poet is known for his simple and sincere belief in the gods?

    <p>Hesiod</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the first historian of Europe mentioned in the text?

    <p>Herodotus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the story told by Apollonius of Rhodes?

    <p>The Quest of the Golden Fleece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of Lucian's writing style?

    <p>It is satirical and humorous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are the Alexandrian poets considered distinct from other writers of mythology?

    <p>They have lost the simplicity and sincerity of earlier writers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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