Prometheus I & II Quiz

Why didn't Jupiter want mankind to have fire?

• Mankind might become as powerful as he is.

• Mankind would be living a happier life.

• Mankind would be happier living an easy life.

What evidence explains why Jupiter doesn't want mankind to have fire?

• "It is best for them to be poor and ignorant."

• "...We mighty ones may thrive and be happy."

What is the author's tone toward Prometheus when he states, "...he was intent upon making the world wiser and better than it ever had been before."

• sarcastic

• supportive

• disappointed

• amused

What is a synonym for the word idleness?

• productive

• angry

• sloth

• fancy

What is a synonym for the word gaunt?

• plump

• emaciated

• friendly

• furious

The first piece of information to include in a summary is...

• a topic sentence including the title and the characters

• a conclusion sentence that reflects the topic

• the conflict and resolution of the story

• the names of every character mentioned in the story

The theme of "Prometheus I" is ...

• defy anyone that tries to oppress you

• do unto others as they should do unto you

• help out those that are less fortunate

• take care of yourself first and foremost

The theme of "Prometheus II" is...

• It is human nature to make mistakes.

• Advice should not be taken from a tyrant.

• Abandoning your morals is important at times.

• It is human nature to live like savages.

Choose an ANTONYM for the term whirring.

• spinning

• circulating

• motionless

• selfless

Choose the correct definition for the term forethought.

• having forgetfulness

• always planning ahead

• reminiscing on the past

• plotting revenge