Do you know your Homer? Take a journey through the epic poem, An Odyssey, and test your knowledge with our quiz. From gods to monsters, heroes to villains, see how much you really know about this timeless tale.
In what century did Homer live?
6th century BC
7th century BC
8th century BC
5th century BC
What is the name of the epic poem by Homer that tells the story of the Trojan War?
The Iliad
The Odyssey
The Aeneid
The Divine Comedy
What is the name of the epic poem by Homer that tells the story of the Greek hero Odysseus and his ten-year journey home after the Trojan War?
The Iliad
The Odyssey
The Aeneid
The Divine Comedy
In what city was Homer born?
Athens
Sparta
Sparta
It is unknown
What is the name of the warrior hero who is the protagonist of The Iliad?
Achilles
Hector
Odysseus
Agamemnon
What is the name of the character in The Odyssey who is Odysseus' faithful wife?
Athena
Penelope
Calypso
Circe
Who is the author of The Aeneid?
Homer
Virgil
Ovid
Horace
What is the name of the character in The Odyssey who is the one-eyed giant?
Polyphemus
Cyclops
Scylla
Charybdis
In what year was the first written version of The Iliad created?
800 BC
700 BC
600 BC
500 BC
What is the name of the epic poem by Homer that tells the story of the aftermath of the Trojan War and the establishment of the Roman Empire?
The Iliad
The Odyssey
The Aeneid
The Divine Comedy
What is the name of the character in The Iliad who is the king of Troy?
Achilles
Hector
Odysseus
Agamemnon
Very impressive!
Congratulations on your outstanding performance in the Homer quiz! Your knowledge of Homer's works, including the epic and enduring The Iliad and The Odyssey, is truly impressive. Your understanding of the legendary heroes, the vivid imagery, and the timeless themes of love, war, and honor that Homer so skillfully conveys is a testament to your love for his writing. Keep up the good work and continue to explore the captivating and inspiring world of Homer's literature, which has had a profound impact on Western culture and continues to be celebrated for its depth and beauty!
There is still room for improvement!
It's okay if you didn't do as well as you hoped on this quiz. It's important to remember that everyone has room for improvement and it's a great opportunity to learn something new. Take some time to study the material and try again. With practice and dedication, you'll be able to do better next time. Don't give up!