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Achilles' Choices and Responses in the Iliad

Achilles' Choices and Responses in the Iliad

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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In Book Nine of the Iliad, panic arises in the Aegean camp as Agamemnon fears defeat. Diomedes argues for faith in Zeus's promise of victory. Nestor suggests offering treasure to Achilles to persuade him to fight. Despite the offer, Achilles refuses and threatens to leave, valuing his pride over material gifts. He will only fight when Hector threatens the ships. The themes of pride and honor are central, with Agamemnon and Achilles both struggling to bend their pride. Achilles reflects on his fate, valuing the honor of a glorious death over temporary prizes.

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Agamemnon's initial reaction to the situation in the Aegean camp?

He plans a surprise attack on the enemy.

He considers retreating back home.

He seeks advice from the gods.

He decides to attack immediately.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Nestor suggest to resolve the crisis in the Aegean camp?

To attack the enemy at night.

To approach Achilles with gifts.

To retreat and regroup.

To offer a peace treaty.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is included in Agamemnon's offer to Achilles?

A new set of armor.

A place in the council of elders.

The title of king.

Briseis, treasure, and seven cities.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Achilles respond to Odysseus' appeal?

He asks for more time to think.

He refuses the offer and threatens to leave.

He agrees to fight immediately.

He demands more gifts.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What story does Phoenix tell Achilles?

A myth about the creation of the world.

A fable about a cunning fox.

A story of an angry prince who lost honor.

A tale of a brave warrior.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Ajax's approach to persuading Achilles?

He promises him a share of the spoils.

He offers him a new weapon.

He appeals to his sense of camaraderie.

He threatens him with exile.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the reaction of the Achaeans to Achilles' refusal?

They celebrate his decision.

They decide to attack without him.

They are stunned and unsure of what to do.

They plan to negotiate further.

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