Question 1

In Book 22 of the Iliad, what does Achilles do with Hector's body?

Accepted Answer

He drags it behind his chariot

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He gives it a proper burial

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He burns it on a funeral pyre

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He returns it to the Trojans

Question 2

In Book 22 of the Iliad, what does Hector request from Achilles before their duel?

Accepted Answer

That his body be returned to Troy for proper burial

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That Achilles return his stolen armor

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That Achilles spare his life

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That Achilles join forces with him against the Greeks

Question 3

In Book 22 of the Iliad, why does Hector initially leave the safety of Troy to face Achilles?

Accepted Answer

To restore honor and protect the Trojans

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To seek vengeance against the Greeks

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To challenge Paris for the title of prince

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To negotiate a truce with the Greeks

Question 4

In Book 22 of the Iliad, what does Zeus do to prevent the gods from intervening in the duel between Achilles and Hector?

Accepted Answer

He raises his golden scales to weigh the fate of Hector

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He commands the gods to remain silent and invisible

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He sends a thunderstorm to distract the gods

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He seals Mount Olympus to keep the gods inside

Question 5

In Book 22 of the Iliad, what does Achilles do after killing Hector?

Accepted Answer

He desecrates Hector's body by dragging it behind his chariot

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He returns Hector's body to the Trojans

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He holds a funeral pyre for Hector

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He gives Hector a proper burial

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