What Do You Know About Hector?
Hector was the greatest fighter during his time. He was a prince of the royal house and the heir apparent to his father's throne. How well do you know him? Take our quiz to prove your knowledge of him.
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Who was Hector?
- A.
Trojan prince
- B.
Greek prince
- C.
 European prince
- D.
Roman prince
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A. Trojan princeExplanation
Hector was a Trojan prince. He was the son of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy. Hector was known for his bravery and skill in battle, and he played a significant role in the Trojan War. He was considered the greatest warrior of Troy and was admired for his loyalty and devotion to his family and city. Despite his efforts, Hector was ultimately killed by Achilles, the Greek hero.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the name of Hector's father?
- A.
Hecuba
- B.
Priam
- C.
Andromache
- D.
Scamandrius
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B. PriamExplanation
Priam is the correct answer because Priam is known as the father of Hector in Greek mythology. He was the king of Troy and husband of Hecuba. Priam played a significant role in the Trojan War and is often depicted as a wise and respected leader.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who killed Hector?
- A.
Paris
- B.
Patroclus
- C.
Achilles
- D.
Hecuba
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C. AchillesExplanation
Achilles killed Hector. In Greek mythology, Hector was a Trojan prince and a great warrior, while Achilles was a Greek hero and the central character of the epic poem, the Iliad. The two engaged in a fierce battle during the Trojan War, and Achilles ultimately killed Hector, avenging the death of his close friend Patroclus, whom Hector had slain. This act of vengeance is a significant event in the poem and marks a turning point in the war.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When did Hector die?
- A.
1045
- B.
1185
- C.
1228
- D.
1463
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B. 1185 -
- 5.
Who was the name of Hector's wife?
- A.
Alcyone
- B.
Ajax
- C.
Andromache
- D.
Antigone
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C. AndromacheExplanation
Andromache is the correct answer because she was the wife of Hector, the Trojan prince and hero. Andromache is a prominent character in Homer's Iliad, where she is depicted as a devoted and loving wife to Hector. She is also known for her grief and sorrow after Hector's death during the Trojan War.Rate this question:
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What was Hector's position in the family?
- A.
5th child
- B.
1st child
- C.
2nd child
- D.
4th child
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B. 1st childExplanation
Hector's position in the family was the 1st child.Rate this question:
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How old was Hector when he died?
- A.
50
- B.
60
- C.
42
- D.
53
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C. 42 -
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Who was Hector's mother?
- A.
Hecuba
- B.
Dysscus
- C.
Admetus
- D.
Andromache
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A. HecubaExplanation
Hector's mother was Hecuba.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The girdle used to attach Hector's corpse to troy was given by who?
- A.
Achilles
- B.
Ajax
- C.
Patroclus
- D.
Andromache
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B. AjaxExplanation
Ajax is the correct answer because in Greek mythology, after Achilles killed Hector, he refused to give his body back to his family for proper burial. Ajax intervened and convinced Achilles to return the body to Troy. As a gesture of goodwill, Ajax gave a girdle to attach Hector's corpse to the city walls of Troy.Rate this question:
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- 10.
After how many days of Hector's dead was he buried?
- A.
10days
- B.
15days
- C.
7days
- D.
12days-
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A. 10daysExplanation
Hector was buried 10 days after his death.Rate this question:
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