The Fire Of Ares
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Lysander is a young Helot slave, who works very hard in......
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A village market
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A field harvesting crops
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Building houses
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A millhouse
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Explore 'The Fire of Ares' through this engaging quiz! Dive into the life of Lysander, a young Helot slave in ancient Greece, uncovering his struggles, friendships, and the mystical pendant that changes his destiny. Perfect for learners interested in historical fiction and ancient civilizations.
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The Fire of Ares is a.....
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Book
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Pendant given to Lysander
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War between the Spartans and the Resistance
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Piece of important paper given to Lysander
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The name of medicine for Lysander's mom
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A. Pendant given to LysanderExplanation
The correct answer is pendant given to Lysander. This is because the question asks for an explanation of what "The Fire of Ares" is, and the correct answer states that it is a pendant given to Lysander. This implies that "The Fire of Ares" refers to a specific pendant that was given to Lysander, potentially indicating its significance or importance in the story or context in which it is mentioned.Rate this question:
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Helots are....
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Slaves
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Freewellers
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A type of crop that Lysander harvests
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A Greek God
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A type of precious metal
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A. SlavesExplanation
Helots were a class of unfree individuals in ancient Sparta who were enslaved by the state. They were forced to work the land and serve the Spartan citizens. The term "helot" specifically refers to the enslaved population in Sparta and does not encompass any other meanings or definitions provided in the options.Rate this question:
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Lysander's best friend's name is?
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Cato
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Prince Kiros
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Timeon
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Agestes
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Polykares
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A. TimeonExplanation
The correct answer is Timeon because the question asks for Lysander's best friend's name, and out of the given options, Timeon is the only name that could potentially be Lysander's best friend.Rate this question:
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Lysander looses his amulet when...
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He is working in the barley fields
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Agestes takes it from him in return for medicine
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A man approaches him the central market with a knife
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A. A man approaches him the central market with a knifeExplanation
Lysander loses his amulet when a man approaches him at the central market with a knife. This suggests that the man threatens Lysander with a knife and steals his amulet during the encounter at the market.Rate this question:
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Why does Lysander recieve six lashes from the overseer?
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Because he stole medicine
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He ran away from home
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Because he spoke to a Spartan
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Because he was in a fight
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So he can take the full quota of grain
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A. So he can take the full quota of grainExplanation
Lysander receives six lashes from the overseer so that he can take the full quota of grain. This suggests that the punishment serves as a means to motivate Lysander to fulfill his responsibilities and ensure that he collects the entire amount of grain assigned to him.Rate this question:
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What is the name of the older Spartan man that stopped the warriors from "beating up" Lysander?
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Sarpedon
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Cato
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Demaratos
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Kastor
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Amikles
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A. SarpedonExplanation
Sarpedon is the correct answer because he is the older Spartan man who intervened to prevent the warriors from "beating up" Lysander. The other options, Cato, Demaratos, Kastor, and Amikles, are not relevant to the given question and do not align with the context of the older Spartan man's intervention.Rate this question:
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Despite Lysander's injuries, he continues to train for the Resistance ......
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At home
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In the marketplace village
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At the Olympic stadium
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A deserted millhouse
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In an open barley field
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A. A deserted millhouseExplanation
Lysander continues to train for the Resistance in a deserted millhouse. This location is likely chosen because it offers privacy and seclusion, making it an ideal place for Lysander to focus on his training without distractions. The deserted millhouse may also provide ample space for Lysander to practice his physical exercises and combat techniques. Additionally, the abandoned nature of the millhouse adds an element of secrecy and hiddenness, which aligns with the Resistance's need for covert operations.Rate this question:
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Why doesn't Lysander's mother help him harvest the crops? Explain.
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she is illExplanation
The reason Lysander's mother doesn't help him harvest the crops is because she is ill. Her illness prevents her from physically being able to assist with the task.Rate this question:
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Describe the differences of Lysander's home to that of the village of the free-dwellers...
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mud houses not a lot of food no posessions, smells bad. .....friut trees gardens vegetables.Explanation
Lysander's home is described as having mud houses, not a lot of food, no possessions, and smelling bad. In contrast, the village of the free-dwellers is described as having fruit trees, gardens, and vegetables. This suggests that Lysander's home is less developed and lacks basic amenities compared to the village of the free-dwellers.Rate this question:
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Describe the three "class systems" that are discussed in the book.
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Spartans, free-dwellers, helotsExplanation
The book discusses three class systems: Spartans, free-dwellers, and helots. Spartans were the ruling class and held the highest status in society. They were known for their military prowess and strict discipline. Free-dwellers were citizens who were not Spartans but still enjoyed certain privileges and rights. They were responsible for farming and other non-military tasks. Helots were the lowest class, consisting of enslaved individuals who worked the land and served the needs of the Spartans. They had no rights and were treated as property.Rate this question:
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Why wasn't Orpheus killed when he was born into the Spartan class? Explain.
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because they thought he was a miracle. lives one week in cold winterExplanation
Orpheus was not killed when he was born into the Spartan class because the people believed that he was a miracle. They saw his ability to survive for one week in the cold winter as something extraordinary and believed that it was a sign of his divine nature. Therefore, they chose to spare his life instead of killing him like other infants in the Spartan class.Rate this question:
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In chapter 7,why does Lysander stand up to Agestes? What does he do?
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He took his mother home. she was to ill to workExplanation
Lysander stands up to Agestes because his mother is too ill to work. He takes her home to ensure that she receives proper care and rest. This action demonstrates Lysander's compassion and responsibility towards his family.Rate this question:
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