Heroes Every Child Should Know: Perseus

Heroes Every Child Should Know: Perseus

Assessment

Flashcard

English

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

CCSS
RL.4.9, RL.6.4, RL.4.3

+19

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to pity someone?

Back

To feel sorrow or compassion for someone who is suffering or in a difficult situation.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who are the Grey Sisters in the story of Perseus?

Back

They are mythical creatures who are blind and toothless, representing the concept of aging and loss.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Medusa known for in Greek mythology?

Back

Medusa is known for having snakes for hair and the ability to turn people to stone with her gaze.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of Perseus's feelings towards Medusa?

Back

His feelings reflect the complexity of fear and compassion in facing monsters or challenges.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean for a character to be immortal?

Back

Immortal means to live forever and not be subject to death.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the relationship between Perseus and the gods?

Back

Perseus is the son of a god (Zeus) and a mortal (Danaë), which gives him special abilities but does not make him immortal.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a myth?

Back

A myth is a traditional story that explains natural or social phenomena, often involving supernatural beings or events.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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