Perseus and Medusa

Front

Who is Perseus's mother?

Back

Danae

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Front

What gift did Hermes give to Perseus?

Back

Winged sandals

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Front

Who is the king that wanted to marry Danae?

Back

King Polydectes

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Front

What creature did Perseus have to defeat?

Back

Medusa

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Front

What does Medusa do to people who look at her?

Back

Turns them to stone

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Front

Who helped Perseus by giving him a shield?

Back

Athena

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Front

What is the relationship between Zeus and Perseus?

Back

Zeus is Perseus's father.

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Front

What feeling does Perseus experience when approaching Medusa?

Back

Frightened

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Front

What word describes King Polydectes?

Back

Cunning

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Front

What is the significance of the winged sandals?

Back

They allow Perseus to fly.

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