Prometheus Bound/Golden Curse

What is Hephaestus's main conflict in Scene 1 of Prometheus Bound?

• He is unsure about following Zeus's orders.

• He is angry at Prometheus.

• He feels bad about punishing someone he admires.

• He wants to show loyalty to Zeus.

How do the stage directions help the audience understand the setting?

• They describe the visual elements of the scene.

• They explain the history of Zeus and Prometheus.

• They summarize the main conflict of the play.

• They reveal the thoughts of the characters.

What do Hermes' words in Prometheus Bound Scene 2 reveal about his views? Select TWO correct answers.

• Hermes thinks Prometheus deserves punishment.

• Hermes feels guilty for Prometheus.

• Hermes is indifferent to Prometheus.

• Hermes plans to help Prometheus escape.

• Hermes is loyal to Zeus.

Why does the playwright use stage directions in Prometheus Bound?

• To show the characters' emotions and actions.

• To give a summary of the story.

• To highlight Zeus and Prometheus's relationship.

• To show Hephaestus’s role in the plot.

Based on Scenes 1 and 2, what does King Midas value most?

• His family and their well-being

• Gaining wisdom and knowledge

• Wealth and material possessions

• Sharing his riches with others

What is the main conflict in The Golden Curse?

• King Midas tries to protect his treasure from others, showing an external conflict.

• King Midas's wish for the golden touch creates a conflict between his desire for wealth and the harm it causes to his loved ones.

• King Midas does not understand his daughter's feelings, causing her to leave.

• King Midas's golden touch brings him happiness and solves his worries, ending any conflict.

What event leads to the rising action in The Golden Curse?

• King Midas gives Silenus food and shelter.

• King Midas wishes for everything he touches to turn to gold.

• Marigold asks King Midas to visit her rose garden.

• King Midas finds his food and drink turned to gold.

What is the turning point in "The Golden Curse"?

• King Midas wishes to turn things into gold.

• King Midas turns the rosebush into gold.

• King Midas accidentally turns his daughter into gold.

• King Midas asks Dionysus to remove the golden touch.

Which idea is shown in BOTH Prometheus Bound and The Golden Curse?

• Take time to appreciate loved ones.

• Stand up for those who need help.

• Leaders can be unjust and selfish.

• Money can’t buy happiness.

How is Midas's experience different from Prometheus's consequence?

• He experiences more physical pain.

• He feels regret for his decisions.

• He can’t find a solution.

• He ends up hating the gods.