Developing a personal response to 'Marcy and the Riddle of the Sphinx': | Starter Quiz | Oak National Academy

What is the definition of a modern myth?

• a traditional tale explaining a culture's beliefs and customs

• a tale that has elements of traditional myths but has been adapted to fit today

• a fictional story involving magic

Answer explanation

A modern myth incorporates elements from traditional myths but has modern adaptations such as more diverse characters, or more current and relatable themes.

Match the Egyptian God to their action within the story, 'Marcy and the Riddle of the Sphinx'.

• Ra

• sends Marcy to retrieve the moon eye from the sun god

• Nut

• helps by guiding the boat safely through the night

• Thoth

• helps Marcy rescue her father by giving her his sun eye

Answer explanation

The actions of these gods can tell us more about their characterisation within the story.

Why is Marcy unable to steal the moon eye from Ra?

• She realises he could be a good and kind god and it doesn't feel right.

• She tries, but the other gods on the boat stop her.

• She gets too scared and goes back home.

Answer explanation

Marcy shows empathy towards Ra and integrity in her actions.

How does Marcy benefit from her decision to be honest with Ra?

• Ra gives her his moon eye so that she can guide her way through the night.

• Ra gives her his sun eye so that she can rescue her father from the Sphinx.

• Ra takes her home and rescues her father for her.

Answer explanation

Marcy's honesty leads to Ra helping her face her fears and rescue her father.

How does Marcy's adventure to rescue her father help her?

• She faces her fear of travelling and overcomes it.

• She faces her fear of the dark and overcomes it.

• She faces her fear of animals and overcomes it.

Answer explanation

Marcy shows courage and resilience to face her fears so that she can save her father.

Match the vocabulary to the correct definition.

• empathy

• the quality of being honest and having strong morals

• integrity

• the ability to understand and share the feelings of another

• courage

• the willingness to do something frightening or difficult

Answer explanation

These admirable qualities help Marcy develop strong relationships and overcome her fears.