Perseus and Medusa Figurative Language Quiz

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1. Polydectes says Perseus has "the courage of an army." What does this comparison mean?

• A) Perseus fights alone.
• B) Perseus is as brave as many people.
• C) Perseus commands an army.
• D) Perseus is a soldier.

2. Zeus says the sword "cuts through any substance as though it is soft butter." Why might he say this

• A) The sword melts easily.
• B) It makes things slippery.
• C) It cuts effortlessly.
• D) It’s hard to control.

3. Athena’s shield "acts like a mirror." Why is this important for Perseus?

• A) It helps him avoid looking directly at Medusa.
• B) It makes Medusa look beautiful.
• C) It blinds Medusa with light.
• D) It distracts Perseus.

4. Athena says, "The head is harmless inside" the knapsack. What does she mean?

• A) The head has no powers.
• B) The knapsack powers weakens Medusa’s powers.
• C) The head is safe to look at inside the bag.
• D) The head is invisible

5. Medusa says, “My sisters will attack you!” What is she comparing her sisters to?

• A) Friends
• B) Soldiers or defenders
• C) Spies
• D) Helpers

6. The text describes the breeze moving Andromeda's hair "softly as a whisper." Why might this imagery make Perseus feel love?

• A) It shows Andromeda is powerful.
• B) The softness is calming and beautiful.
• C) It reminds him of a storm.
• D) It shows she is angry

7. Andromeda says she has been set as “bait for the sea monster.” What does “bait” mean here?

• A) A type of food.
• B) A signal for danger.
• C) A way to lure the monster.
• D) A precious treasure.

8. Perseus says to Medusa, “You bring death wherever you appear.” What does he mean?

• A) Medusa causes harm to those around her.
• B) Medusa brings life.
• C) Medusa follows people.
• D) Medusa saves people.

9. Andromeda says, "You have returned a life to me I thought had been stolen." What does she mean figuratively?

• A) She had forgotten about her life.
• B) Perseus helped her feel alive again.
• C) She was never really in danger.
• D) She was given new clothes.