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QuizMultiple Choice

Denotation and Connotation — Unit test

Question 11 • AISD ELAR 6 Summer Academy 2026

Which excerpt from “The Myth of Hercules” is the best example of heroism in a Greek myth?

Answer
A
The goddess Hera did not forget about Hercules. She nursed her grudge for many years, waiting for an opportunity to make Hercules miserable.
B
Hercules accepted the task fearlessly, and when he found Cerberus, he wrestled with the beast until he was victorious.
C
The god Apollo said that as punishment, Hercules must perform twelve labors, or tasks.
D
For his fifth labor, King Eurystheus ordered Hercules to clean the Augean stables.

Explanation

Heroism is shown through courage and overcoming a dangerous challenge. In choice B, Hercules fearlessly faces Cerberus and wrestles the beast until he wins, so this excerpt best demonstrates heroic action. The other choices describe Hera’s grudge, Apollo’s command, or a task without showing Hercules’ courage or success.

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