Hercules Comprehension

Which character wishes to harm Hercules?

• the mighty god Zeus

• the doomed hero Atlas

• the jealous goddess Hera

• the weak King Eurystheus

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Why does Zeus send Hercules to King Eurystheus?

• To protect Hercules from Hera

• To protect Hercules from Atlas

• to help Hercules regain his honor

• to show he is stronger than Hercules

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What kind of person is MOST likely to be described as herculean?

• an evil person

• a cursed person

• a dutiful person

• a strong person

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How many tasks does King Eurystheus ask Hercules to perform?

• five

• four

• three

• two

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What does "killing the Nemean lion" mean in the sentence below:

Finishing all my chores on time was like killing the Nemean lion.

• a welcome challenge

• a seemingly impossible task

• an enjoyable break

• a punishment for bad behavior

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What is the MOST important lesson the reader can learn from the myth of Hercules?

• People with great strength are likely to be boastful and untrustworhty

• Love and confidence will solve most problems in life

• Courage and ambition are the qualities you need to succeed in life

• Perseverance and resourcefulness can accomplish seemingly impossible tasks

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Which quality is MOST important in helping Hercules obtain the golden apples in the Garden of Hesperides?

• cleverness

• courage

• kindness

• strength

Answer explanation

He had to be CLEVER to come up with the plan to have Atlas get him the apples.

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How does Hercules change by the end of the myth?

• He is prouder and more boastful than ever

• He loses confidence in his strength and courage

• He promises to use his strength only to help others

• He is determined to get revenge for his suffering

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What was the title of the story?

• Hercules

• The Quest of Hercules

• Hercules' Quest

• Hercules' Strength

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