Circe - Key Conflicts and Characters Quiz

What does Circe's quote to her father suggest about the nature of witches?

Question Answer Choices Witches are inherently evil. Witches are created by divine intervention. Witches are born with their powers. Witches are shaped by their past experiences.

Who are the parents of Telegonus?

Question Answer Choices Penelope and Odysseus Circe and Telemachus Circe and Odysseus Athena and Odysseus

What type of conflict does Circe experience with Odysseus?

Question Answer Choices Person versus technology Person versus person Person versus fate Person versus nature

What does Circe's father's opinion of her reveal about ancient society's view of women?

Question Answer Choices Women were valued for their strength. Women were seen as weak and disappointing. Women were considered equal to men. Women were respected for their intelligence.

What is one of the main conflicts in Madeline Miller's Circe?

Question Answer Choices Individual versus society Technology versus tradition Individual versus destiny Man versus nature

What skill does Circe develop that allows her to create powerful magic?

Question Answer Choices Star reading Plant-based healing Sword fighting Potion brewing

What trait does Circe exhibit when she turns Scylla into a sea-monster?

Question Answer Choices Curiosity Compassion Bravery Jealousy

Why does Penelope use Circe's loom and learn witchcraft in Circe?

Question Answer Choices Penelope admires Circe's strength and determination. Penelope seeks revenge against the gods. Penelope is forced by Circe to learn witchcraft. Penelope wants to impress Odysseus with her new skills.

Who does Circe fall in love with and try to make immortal?

Question Answer Choices Glaucos Prometheus Helios Odysseus

What kind of inner conflict does Circe experience?

Question Answer Choices Person versus themselves Person versus society Person versus technology Person versus nature