English 10 q1

• What grim prophecy did King Acrisius receive?

  He would be killed by his grandson and would not have any sons.
• Why did King Acrisius keep his daughter Danae hidden?

  To thwart the oracle's prophecy.
• Who is the central hero of the tale of Perseus and Medusa?

  Perseus
• What is Medusa known for?

  She is a fearsome Gorgon with snakes for hair.
• What is the main objective of Perseus in the myth?

  To slay Medusa and gain fame.
• Who are the Happy Beings in the myth of Perseus and Medusa?

  • Nymphs who provided Perseus with magical gifts:
  • Winged sandals
  • Helmet of invisibility
  • Magic wallet
• How did Perseus slay Medusa?


  He used a reflective shield to behead her without looking directly at her.
• Who is Andromeda in the myth?

  A princess sacrificed to a sea serpent whom Perseus saves.
• What does Perseus do after saving Andromeda?

  He defeats the serpent and marries her.
• How does Perseus deal with Polydectes?

  He uses Medusa's head to turn him into stone.
• How does Perseus fulfill the oracle's prophecy?

  He inadvertently kills his grandfather Acrisius with a discus.
• Who is Acrisius in the myth?

  The king who attempts to escape his fate.
• What role does Danae play in the myth?

  She is the daughter of Acrisius and mother of Perseus.
• What is the significance of Medusa's head in the myth?

  It becomes a powerful weapon for Perseus.
• Who assists Perseus in his quest?

  Hermes and Athena are divine figures who assist him.
• Who are the Gray Women in the myth?

  Sisters who assist Perseus by sharing a single eye among them.
• What does the rescue of Andromeda illustrate in the myth?

  It illustrates themes of heroism.
• Who are Cepheus and Cassiopeia?

  The royal parents of Andromeda.
• Who is Phineas in the myth?

  Andromeda's uncle, who opposes Perseus.
• Who is Polydectes in the myth?

  The antagonist king of Seriphos.
• What themes are exemplified in the myth of Perseus and Medusa?

  • Courage
  • Victory of good over evil
  • Destiny
  • Divine intervention
  • Justice
• What does Medusa's head symbolize?

  It symbolizes fear.
• What does the rescue of Andromeda typify?

  It typifies classic heroic tales.
• What does the story involving Perseus and Polydectes serve as a warning against?

  It warns against the consequences of anger and the quest for revenge.
• What is the writing style of the myth of Perseus and Medusa?

  Epic poetry with vivid imagery and a heroic tone.
• What literary devices are used in the myth?

  Metaphors, similes, and personification.
• What tone does the myth evoke?

  Adventure mixed with suspense and tragedy, evoking awe and fear.
• What feelings does the myth evoke in its audience?

  • Wonder
  • Fear
  • Sense of justice
• How can the myth of Perseus and Medusa be interpreted?

  • As a hero's journey
  • Power dynamics
  • Consequences of pride
• What cultural values does the myth reflect?

  • Greek ideals of heroism
  • Divine intervention
  • Family honor
• What are reflexive and intensive pronouns similar in?

  They resemble one another.
• How do reflexive and intensive pronouns differ in their roles in sentences?

  A reflexive pronoun reflects back on the subject, while an intensive pronoun adds emphasis to a noun.
• In the sentence "Drew decided to treat himself to a fancy dinner," what type of pronoun is "himself"?

  Reflexive pronoun
• In the sentence "Jonathan built the shed in the backyard all by himself," what type of pronoun is "himself"?

  Intensive pronoun
• What is the plot summary of the myth of Icarus and Daedalus?

  • Daedalus and Icarus escape Crete using wings of feathers and wax.
  • Daedalus warns Icarus to avoid flying too close to the sun or too low to the sea.
• What happens when Icarus ignores his father's warnings?

  He flies too high, melts his wings, and falls into the sea.
• What does Daedalus do after Icarus's fall?

  He continues to Sicily, mourning his son and dedicating a temple to Apollo.
• What are the symbolism and lessons from the myth of Icarus and Daedalus?

  • Caution against hubris and the importance of heeding wise counsel.
  • Icarus symbolizes the dangers of unchecked ambition and defiance of natural boundaries.
  • "Fly too close to the sun" represents excessive ambition and risks of overstepping limits.
• How does the myth of Icarus and Daedalus reflect on human ambition?

  It illustrates the dangers of unchecked ambition and the consequences of ignoring limits.
• What is the cultural impact of the myth of Icarus and Daedalus?

  • Inspired numerous artistic and literary works.
  • Emphasizes the balance between human creativity and nature's powers.