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1.You arrive at the bustling city of Delphi, seeking wisdom from the famous Oracle. The temple stands tall on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, and the air is filled with the scent of incense. As you approach the Oracle, she gazes into her bowl of water and begins to speak. What was the primary purpose of the Oracle of Delphi in ancient Greece?
To provide military advice
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To heal the sick
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To offer prophecies and guidance
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To predict the weather
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2.The Oracle tells you that your destiny lies in seeking out a lost artifact of great power, the Shield of Aegis. She speaks of ancient ruins, hidden paths, and wise guides. But first, you must prove your knowledge of the gods and heroes of Greece. Who is considered the king of the Greek gods?
Poseidon
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Zeus
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Apollo
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Hades
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3.The Oracle continues, mentioning the hero who once used the Shield of Aegis. Which hero is known for using the Shield of Aegis in battle?
Achilles
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Odysseus
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Perseus
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Hercules
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4.To aid you in your quest, the Oracle tells you a riddle about the city where the shield was last seen. Which city is known for the legendary labyrinth and the Minotaur?
Athens
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Thebes
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Sparta
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Knossos
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5.Before you leave, the Oracle warns you of a fearsome guardian. What creature did Hercules have to capture as one of his twelve labors?
Cerberus
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The Golden Hind
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The Hydra
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The Nemean Lion
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6.You decide to head towards the ruins where the Oracle indicated the shield might be. What was the primary material used in Greek armor and weapons?
Bronze
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Gold
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Steel
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Iron
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7.As you journey through the countryside, you encounter a group of travelers who tell tales of a recent battle. In which battle did the Greeks famously defeat the Persians in 490 BCE?
Battle of Salamis
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Battle of Marathon
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Battle of Thermopylae
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Battle of Plataea
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8.The travelers also speak of a great philosopher who might offer you wisdom. Who is known as the "Father of Western Philosophy"?
Aristotle
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Plato
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Pythagoras
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Socrates
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9.With new knowledge, you press on to the next village, where you find a statue of Athena. Athena is the goddess of which of the following?
Wisdom
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The Sea
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War
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Love
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10.You pray to Athena for guidance and feel a renewed sense of purpose. What was the primary building used for worship in ancient Greek cities?
Journey to Athens to consult the philosophers.
Travel to Sparta to seek the warriors' help.