The Iliad: Books 2 - 3

What motivates Zeus to send a false dream to Agamemnon?

• To distract him from battle

• To encourage him to attack Troy

• To punish him for his pride

• To protect the Trojans

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How does Agamemnon test the courage of his troops?

• By asking them to attack without preparation

• By pretending to abandon the war

• By sending them to spy on the Trojans

• By increasing their rewards for success

What is the effect of Odysseus' speech to the Achaeans?

• It demoralizes the troops further

• It inspires them to return to battle

• It confuses them about their purpose

• It convinces them to leave the war

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How does Nestor contribute to the Achaeans' preparations for battle?

• He proposes a strategic retreat

• He suggests organizing the troops by clan

• He refuses to participate in the battle

• He challenges Agamemnon's authority

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What literary technique does the poet use when detailing the army's composition?

• Metaphor

• Cataloging

• Foreshadowing

• Imagery

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What does the false dream represent in the context of the story?

• The futility of war

• The deceptive nature of appearances

• The uncertainty of human plans

• The power of the gods over mortals

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How does the theme of pride manifest in Agamemnon's character?

• He shows humility in battle

• He risks losing the war for his honor

• He relies on others to lead

• He prioritizes the lives of his men over victory

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What universal theme is highlighted by the Achaeans' collective struggle?

• The fragility of alliances

• The importance of teamwork and loyalty

• The inevitability of defeat

• The randomness of fate

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What role does Athena play in this part of the narrative?

• A) She leads the Trojans to victory

• B) She inspires Odysseus to rally the Achaeans

• C) She acts as a mediator between Agamemnon and Achilles

• D) She discourages conflict among the gods

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How does the structure of the narrative reflect typical elements of epic poetry?

• It focuses solely on individual characters

• It contains long, descriptive passages about battles

• It features a mixture of myth, history, and poetry

• It has a simple plot without subplots

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