The Fall of Priam: A Study

The Fall of Priam: A Study

12th Grade

15 Qs

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The Fall of Priam: A Study

The Fall of Priam: A Study

Assessment

Quiz

World Languages

12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Kunka

FREE Resource

15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main action that Pyrrhus takes against Priam in the passage?

He forgives him.

He drags him to the altar and kills him.

He imprisons him.

He spares his life.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which character is Pyrrhus referring to when he mentions "Pelidae genitori"?

Hector

Achilles

Agamemnon

Odysseus

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Analyze the significance of Priam's death in the context of the fall of Troy. What does it symbolize?

The end of a dynasty and the fall of a great city.

The beginning of a new era of peace.

The rise of a new Trojan leader.

The continuation of the Trojan War.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Pyrrhus instruct the messenger to tell Achilles about Neoptolemus?

That Pyrrhus is a brave warrior.

That Pyrrhus is sad.

That Pyrrhus is unworthy.

That Pyrrhus is victorious.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Evaluate the role of fate in Priam's death. How does it reflect the themes of the epic?

It shows that fate is irrelevant to the story.

It highlights the inevitability of destiny and the tragic nature of the epic.

It suggests that fate can be easily altered.

It indicates that fate is controlled by human actions.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the emotional state of Priam as he is being dragged to the altar?

Calm and composed

Fearful and trembling

Joyful and relieved

Indifferent and detached

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Discuss the imagery used to describe Priam's body after his death. What does it convey about his status?

It conveys his continued power and influence.

It emphasizes his vulnerability and the loss of his former glory.

It suggests his immortality.

It highlights his wisdom and knowledge.

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