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Perseus and Medusa Comprehension Check

Quiz by Sasha Wooddell

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  • Q1
    Based on what you read in this myth, you can conclude that the kingdom that was ruled by King Polydestes was
    always cold and gloomy
    being destroyed by Medusa
    surrounded by water
    behind the North Wind
    30s
  • Q2
    In the first paragraph, the king is described as "being both ruthless and sly." Which of these is the best antonym for sly?
    smart
    kind
    cruel
    handsome
    30s
  • Q3
    Which of these statements about Medusa is NOT true
    She had wriggling snakes for hair
    She lived on an island.
    She had wings and the face of a woman
    After Perseus killed her, she lost the power to turn people to stone.
    30s
  • Q4
    Based on what you read in this myth, you can conclude that King Polysectes
    all of the above
    hoped that Perseus would die while trying to kill Medusa
    didn't believe that Perseus's mother Danae would willingly marry him.
    was worried that Perseus would try to stop his marriage to Danae
    30s
  • Q5
    Which of these did Perseus use to get the Gray Woman to tell him where to find the nymphs of the north?
    fast thinking and quick hands
    flattery and charm
    money and gifts
    coaxing and begging
    30s
  • Q6
    In paragraph four, it says that the place where Gray Woman lived was "dim and desolate." Which of these is the best synonym for desolate?
    fancy
    crowded
    busy
    lonely
    30s
  • Q7
    Which of these made it possible for Perseus to slay Medusa without have to look at her?
    the magic sack
    Athena's shield
    winged sandals
    the cap of darkness
    30s
  • Q8
    The main purpose of this myth is to
    explain why Greece has so many stone statues.
    to explain how Perseus accomplished his difficult mission
    explain why King Polydectes challenged Perseus to bring him Medusa's head
    demonstrate that Athena and Hermes were often generous and helpful
    30s

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