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The Iliad
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1
of 5
What does the dead Patroclus ask of Achilles in his dream?
To defeat the Trojans
To avenge his death
To hold his funeral
To return to Greece
2
of 5
What does Achilles do in Patroclus's honor?
He names his first born after him.
He hosts athletic competitions.
He mocks Hector and Paris.
He sacrifices to Athena.
3
of 5
What does Achilles do to Hector's body?
He drags it around the city.
He decapitates it.
He throws it into the river.
He sacrifices it to the gods.
4
of 5
What does Apollo do to Hector's body?
Causes it to turn to dust
Sends it back to King Priam
Lights a funeral pyre for it
Protects it from damage and rot
5
of 5
How does King Priam convince Achilles to spare Hector's body?
He offers him great wealth.
He talks about fatherly love.
He promises him glory.
He uses the influence of the gods.
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