Homer's Iliad: prescribed books and plot: Practice Questions

In Book 3 of Homer's Iliad, which Trojan warrior proposes a single combat duel between Paris and Menelaus to decide the outcome of the war?

In Book 10 of the Iliad (the Doloneia), which two Greek heroes embark on a nocturnal spying mission into the Trojan camp?

In Book 4 of the Iliad, which Trojan archer is incited by the disguised goddess Athena to break the sacred truce by shooting an arrow at Menelaus?

In Book 23 of the Iliad, which event constitutes the first and most prestigious contest in the funeral games held in honour of Patroclus?

In Book 16 of the Iliad, what specific warning does Achilles give to Patroclus before sending him out to defend the Greek ships?

The Iliad often uses epic similes to bridge the gap between the world of the audience and the violence of the battlefield.

Using a specific example from the text, explain how Homer uses a simile from nature or agriculture to describe a moment of intense military conflict. [2]

Homer’s Iliad explores the psychological state of menis (wrath).

Consider Achilles’ rejection of the Embassy in Book 9. Why does Achilles find the material gifts offered by Agamemnon insufficient to resolve his menis, and what does this reveal about his changing view of the heroic code? [5]

In Homer’s Iliad, the concept of timē is essential to a hero’s identity.

Identify two ways in which Agamemnon’s seizure of Briseis in Book 1 constitutes a direct violation of Achilles’ timē. [2]