Myths - A Cruel Lover

Myths - A Cruel Lover

by Mr. Watson

​We study myths to understand...

1. ​Human Nature

2. ​Natural events

​Lets make a prediction.

• ​Based on the illustration from this story, make a prediction about the story.

Poll

What do you predict this story is about?

• A soldier who drinks from a lake.

• A story about swimming a long distance. 

• Someone who falls in love with themselves. 

• How to plant a garden and grow food. 

Multiple Choice

What is the name of the character who will only repeat what other say?

• Her

• Echo

• Myth

• Greek

Multiple Choice

How did Echo feel about Narcissus?

• She was angry with him.

• She thought he was handsome.

• She called him an idiot.

• She didn't mind her punishment.

Multiple Choice

According to Greek Myth, where do echo's come from?

• Echo became weak and only her voice is left.

• Making noise in a large room.

• By looking into a clear pond.

• She lost her voice a long time ago.

Open Ended

How do you think ancient Greeks felt about selfish behavior?

Open Ended

Today we have a special word for people who only love themselves. We call them Narcissists, can you guess why?

Multiple Choice

Part A:

Which explanation about nature is found in the text, “A Cruel Lover?”

• The reason a person can be annoying is because they talk nonstop.

• The reason ponds are so lovely is because Narcissus saw his handsome reflection.

• The reason for an echo is because Echo the nymph faded away in a cave only to repeat the last words heard.

• The reason daffodils are the color of the sun is because of Narcissus and his love for himself is like a bright bloom of color.

Multiple Choice

Part B:

Which detail from the text best supports Part A?

• “She talked a lot, and her constant talking angered Hera, the queen of the gods.” (Page 13, Paragraph 1)

• “Soon, all that was left of Echo was her voice. These are the echoes we hear today.” (Page 15, Paragraph 2

• “When he leaned over to drink, he saw a beautiful face.” (Page 15, Paragraph 5)

• “In its place, the gods put a pretty yellow flower.” (Page 17, Paragraph 5)