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Quiz — Storgy

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by Sappho.

Ten questions on craft, meaning, and form. Untimed. Answer every question to submit.

Q01of 10

Who or what is identified as the 'child of Zeus' in the poem?

Q02of 10

Which two agents of decay are specifically named as unable to harm gold?

Q03of 10

The phrase describing gold as 'child of Zeus' is best understood as an example of which poetic technique?

Q04of 10

What is the dominant structural quality of this three-line poem?

Q05of 10

The contrast between 'Dios pais' (child of Zeus) and 'brotean phrena' (mortal mind) primarily establishes which thematic opposition?

Q06of 10

The tone of this poem is best described as:

Q07of 10

What is the most likely purpose of the allusion to Zeus in a poem about gold?

Q08of 10

The line 'kratiston phrenôn' (most powerful of minds / strongest of thoughts) suggests gold surpasses what, precisely?

Q09of 10

Which aspect of gold does the poem most emphasize as the source of its greatness?

Q10of 10

The poem's overall argument most closely resembles which literary form?

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