Greek Myths and Gods Review

Why does King Acrisus place Danae and Perseus in the chest and place it in the ocean?

• He is searching for a new heir.
• He is punishing his daughter for disobedience.
• He is attempting to become the king of the island.
• He is trying to defy the gods and escape his destiny.

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What are Hermes and Athena’s primary purpose in the story?

• to praise his courage
• to predict the fate of Perseus
• to assist Perseus on his adventure
• to prevent Perseus from reaching his goal

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What does Athena’s polished bronze shield allow Perseus to do?

• Avoid his fate
• See his destiny
• fly swiftly across the land
• look at Medusa while avoiding her deadly power 

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Who did King Polydectes want to marry?

• Danae
• Medusa
• Athena
• Zeus

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What is the name of the mythical creature that Perseus is jumping towards?

• Pegasus
• Unicorn
• Sphinx
• Dragon

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What was Perseus' quest?

• Cut off Medusa's head
• Rescue Medusa
• Save Danae from the evil King
• Show his bravery to Zeus

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Medusa had __________ for hair.

• snakes
• worms
• lizards
• geckos

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Why did the evil King send Perseus on a quest?

• To prove his bravery
• He hoped that Perseus would die
• Have Perseus defeat Medusa
• To help the gods

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Which god is giving Perseus the gift and what is the gift?

• Hermes - Winged sandals
• Athena - Silver shield
• Zeus - Sword and helmut
• Hermes - Flying shoes

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What would happen to you if you looked into Medusa's eyes?

• Get bitten by a snake
• Turn to stone

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