Paris and Helen: Choices and Consequences

In Book Three of the Iliad, Paris challenges Menelaus to a duel over Helen, but divine intervention by Aphrodite saves Paris. Helen is conflicted about her feelings for Paris, influenced by the gods. Hector criticizes Paris for his lack of honor, while Priam shows compassion towards Helen, highlighting the human cost of the Trojan War.

What action does Paris take when he sees Menelaus approaching?

• He hides among the Trojan forces.

• He charges forward to fight.

• He surrenders immediately.

• He calls for reinforcements.

How does Hector react to Paris's behavior on the battlefield?

• He praises Paris for his bravery.

• He ignores Paris's actions.

• He offers to fight in Paris's place.

• He criticizes Paris for lacking courage.

What solution does Paris propose to resolve the conflict over Helen?

• A peace treaty with the Achaeans.

• A single combat duel with Menelaus.

• A strategic retreat from the battlefield.

• A negotiation with the Greek leaders.

Who intervenes to save Paris during his duel with Menelaus?

• Athena

• Hera

• Aphrodite

• Zeus

What is Helen's initial reaction when Aphrodite brings her to Paris?

• She mocks him.

• She refuses to speak to him.

• She is overjoyed to see him.

• She immediately embraces him.

What does Agamemnon declare after the duel between Paris and Menelaus?

• The duel must be repeated.

• Menelaus is the winner.

• The duel is a draw.

• Paris is the winner.

How does Helen feel about her role in the conflict?

• She deeply regrets the war.

• She is indifferent to the war.

• She is proud of her influence.

• She blames the gods entirely.

What are Helen's feelings towards Paris?

• She is indifferent towards him.

• She only despises him.

• She both loves and despises him.

• She only loves him.

What does Helen wonder about her brothers?

• If they are planning to rescue her

• If they are ashamed of her

• If they have forgotten her

• If they are fighting for the Trojans

What motivates Paris more than honor?

• Fear and cowardice

• Duty and responsibility

• Pleasure and self-preservation

• Glory and fame