The Birth of Perseus
Authored by Matthew Spangler
English
6th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the prophecy given to Acrisios, the king of Argos?
He would be overthrown by his daughter.
He would be killed by his grandson.
He would lose his kingdom to a neighboring king.
He would become a powerful ruler.
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CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.8.9
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did Acrisios imprison his daughter Danae in an underground dungeon?
To protect her from enemies.
To prevent her from marrying or having children.
To keep her hidden from Zeus.
To teach her a lesson.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.8.9
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did Zeus manage to reach Danae in her dungeon?
He disguised himself as a guard.
He turned into a golden rain.
He sent a messenger to free her.
He broke the bronze bars.
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CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.8.9
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the result of Zeus turning into golden rain and pouring through the bars?
Danae escaped from the dungeon.
Danae became a goddess.
Danae gave birth to a son named Perseus.
Danae was punished by Acrisios.
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CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.8.9
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What reasoning might Acrisios have used to justify imprisoning Danae?
He believed it was the only way to avoid the prophecy.
He wanted to test her loyalty.
He thought it would make her stronger.
He was advised by his counselors to do so.
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CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.8.9
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Analyze the actions of Zeus in the passage. What does this suggest about his character?
Zeus is indifferent to human affairs.
Zeus is easily manipulated by others.
Zeus is powerful and determined to get what he wants.
Zeus is fearful of Acrisios.
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CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.8.9
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What might be the consequences of Acrisios' decision to imprison Danae for the kingdom of Argos?
It would lead to peace and prosperity.
It could cause unrest and fear among the people.
It would strengthen Acrisios' rule.
It would make Danae more popular.
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CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.8.9
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