Question

what happens to patroclus during his confrontation with hector? he is saved by apollo. he retreats to the greek ships. he is struck down by hector’s spear. he defeats hector and takes his armor.

Explanation:

In the context of the Iliad, during Patroclus' confrontation with Hector, Hector strikes Patroclus down with his spear (after Apollo had weakened Patroclus). The other options are incorrect: Apollo does not save him, he does not retreat to the Greek ships in this confrontation's outcome, and he does not defeat Hector.

Answer:

He is struck down by Hector’s spear.