Greek Myths about Athens

Normally, at this point I talk about Hour 25, the classical studies club sponsored by Harvard's Center for Studies. But today I wan to announce the birth of my grandson.

Actually, my fourth grandchild. He is Gavin Michael W. Eight pounds and three ounces. Twenty-one and a quarter inches long. Born just two nights ago.

Created by: William Moulton of Hour 25
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  1. Which son of Achilles flung Astyanax, son of Hector from the ramparts of fallen Troy?
  2. Which Homeric hero's cup was filled with a mixture of Pramnian wine, barley and goat's cheese?
  3. Oedipus was buried (engulfed by mother earth?) at Colonus on the outskirts of what major Greek city?
  4. Patroclus was slain my Hector and his body stripped of Achilles' armor. Which god made makes Achilles new armour?
  5. The venegeful Erinyes are called what in Athens?
  6. Ismene is Princess of Thebes and sister to Antigone. Who is her father?
  7. Apollo got an extension on the life of his mortal buddy Admetus. How did the god of Delphi make that happen?
  8. Theseus was king of which major Grecian city?
  9. Which older Theban prince followed Oedipus to his grave? (This is sort of a pun.)
  10. In the Iliad which group did NOT attack Troy?

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