Quiz on Homer and Epic Poetry

Who is Homer?

• An ancient Greek poet

• A famous playwright

• A modern novelist

• A Roman philosopher

What is an epic?

• A short story

• A long narrative poem

• A philosophical essay

• A historical document

What is the main focus of The Iliad?

• The journey of Odysseus

• The Trojan War

• The life of Socrates

• The founding of Rome

Who is the main Greek hero in The Iliad?

• Odysseus

• Paris

• Achilles

• Hector

What does 'in medias res' mean?

• At the end

• In the middle of things

• In a dream

• In the beginning

Who started the Trojan War by abducting Helen?

• Achilles

• Agamemnon

• Paris

• Odysseus

What does the name 'The Iliad' refer to?

• The city of Athens

• The city of Sparta

• The city of Troy

• The city of Rome

Which gods influence events in The Iliad?

• Ares, Hermes, and Demeter

• Hades, Poseidon, and Hera

• Dionysus, Artemis, and Aphrodite

• Apollo, Athena, and Zeus

What is a characteristic of an epic hero?

• Indifference

• Bravery

• Weakness

• Cowardice

What role do the Muses play in epic poetry?

• They are the audience

• They are the main characters

• They provide divine help and inspiration

• They are the antagonists