Back Ships Before Troy: Chapter 10 - The Armor of Achilles

What was the material used to make Achilles' armor?

• Bronze and other precious materials

• Leather and cloth

• Iron and steel

• Silver and gold

Who crafted the armor of Achilles?

• Zeus

• Athena

• Hades

• Hephaestus

What special powers did the armor of Achilles possess?

• Super strength

• Invincibility in battle

• Ability to fly

• Invisibility cloak

Why was the armor of Achilles important in the story?

• It was a burden for Achilles to wear.

• It made Achilles look more intimidating to his enemies.

• It allowed Achilles to fly.

• It provided Achilles with great protection in battle.

Describe the appearance of the armor of Achilles.

• The armor of Achilles was made of wood and leather

• The armor of Achilles is described as being made by the god Hephaestus and is said to be incredibly strong and beautiful, adorned with intricate designs and symbols.

• The armor of Achilles was plain and unadorned

• The armor of Achilles was covered in spikes and sharp edges

How did Achilles receive his armor?

• From Hephaestus

• From Zeus

• From Athena

• From Apollo

What was the significance of the armor of Achilles in the Trojan War?

• It caused the wearer to become weak and vulnerable

• It granted the wearer superhuman strength

• It provided great protection to the wearer.

• It made the wearer invisible

How did the armor of Achilles impact the outcome of the war?

• It had no impact on the outcome of the war.

• It made Achilles weaker and more vulnerable in battle.

• It caused Achilles to lose his fighting skills.

• It made Achilles nearly invincible in battle.

What emotions did Achilles experience when he received his armor?

• Joy and excitement

• Grief and anger

• Fear and sadness

• Confusion and surprise

Explain the symbolism behind the armor of Achilles.

• The armor symbolizes Achilles' fear of death

• The armor represents Achilles' invincibility and strength.

• The armor represents Achilles' love for his mother

• The armor is a sign of Achilles' weakness