Compare and Contrast: Myths and Cultures

Question 1

Use the drop-down menus to show the order of the events as they occur in the story. Mark the first event with the number 1. Perseus rescues Andromeda. Perseus’s grandfather tries to drown him. Perseus cuts off Medusa’s head. Perseus turns Polydectes to stone. Perseus takes the eye of the Gray Women.

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4; Selection 1: 4; Selection 2: 1; Selection 3: 3; Selection 4: 5; Selection 5: 2

Question 2

Question 2

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1

Question 3

Question 3

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3

Question 4

Question 4

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5

Question 5

Question 5

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2

Question 6

Use the drop-down menus to identify which heroic characteristic best fits each story event. Perseus declares that he will bring Polydectes Medusa’s head. Perseus is sent to find the Gray Women. Perseus is given a sword, a shield, and a special wallet. Perseus rescues Andromeda.

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has a character flaw, such as stubbornness or arrogance; Selection 1: has a character flaw, such as stubbornness or arrogance; Selection 2: takes a long journey; Selection 3: encounters supernatural powers that help him; Selection 4: is skilled at fighting

Question 7

Which characteristics of a Greek hero are shown in this passage? Select three options.

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goes on a journey; receives supernatural help; has a character flaw

Question 8

Which heroic characteristics help Perseus defeat Medusa? Select two options.

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He is good at fighting.; He has gods and goddesses who help him.

Question 9

Which detail from the myth best shows Perseus being helped by a supernatural power?

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Hermes tells Perseus where to go to get tools for battle.

Question 10

Question 10

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takes a long journey

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