Located within the USC Village, in the Central Piazza, is a statue of Hecuba, Queen of Troy. The 20 foot bronze sculpture symbolizes and celebrates all Trojan women and acts as counterpart to USC's Tommy Trojan (found in Hahn Plaza on campus).
Although the statue is accessible throughout most of the day (and year), USC Village hours may vary. Because of this, the cache is not located at this location but is close by. Features on the statue will provide single number answers for questions 'A' through 'F' below. Simply replace the answer with the corresponding letter. When complete, you will have the coordinates to the actual cache location. Check your answer below or on GeoChecker.com.
You'll be searching for a smaller Altoids sized cache. High muggle area, but with a bit of finesse the cache is easily obtainable. Metered and parking structures all around (parking validation may be provided via eateries and shops). To ensure others enjoy the hunt, please return cache as you found it.
Questions:
- A) Count the total number of letters in the sculptors last name and subtract 2.
- B) Count the total number of letters in the month statue was unveiled and subtract 1.
- C) Within the base of the statue, count the total number of women (excluding Hecuba) and subtract 1.
- D) Within the base of the statue, count the total number of women who are seen sitting and subtract 1.
- E) The base of the statue has a quote from one of Shakespeare's plays. Identify the play, count the number of letters in the title and add 2.
- F) Count the total number of rings found on Hecuba fingers.
Final Coordinates (dd° mm.mmm' format):
- N 34° 1.ABC
- W 118° 17.DEF
Check your answer below or on GeoChecker.com. Convert your coordinates with Geoplanner.com.