Atalanta and the Calydonian Boar

What was the reason for Diana's anger towards King Oeneus?

• He insulted her.

• He forgot to offer a sacrifice to her.

• He destroyed her temple.

• He captured her sacred animal.

What creature did Diana send to Calydonia as a result of her anger?

• A lion

• A dragon

• A boar

• A wolf

What was the impact of the boar on Calydonia?

• It destroyed the city walls.

• It caused a drought.

• It devastated the fields and terrified the people.

• It spread a disease.

Who was the king of Calydonia?

• Meleager

• Theseus

• Oeneus

• Minos

Who was Atalanta?

• A goddess

• A swift and strong maiden

• A queen

• A sorceress

What weapon did Atalanta carry?

• A sword

• A spear

• A bow

• A dagger

What was the reaction of the men when Atalanta joined the hunt?

• They were supportive.

• They doubted her ability.

• They ignored her.

• They were afraid.

Who ultimately killed the boar?

• Atalanta

• Meleager

• King Oeneus

• Hercules

What significant contribution did Atalanta make during the hunt?

• She set a trap for the boar.

• She gravely wounded the boar with her arrow.

• She distracted the boar.

• She led the men to the boar.

What did Meleager give to Atalanta as a token of admiration?

• A crown

• The boar's tusks

• The boar's pelt

• A golden arrow