Perseus and the Fall of Medusa Vocabulary

Which event is most important and should be part of a summary of the play?

• King Polydectes is pleased to meet Andromeda

• King Polydectes accepts a golden goblet as a gift

• Perseus kills Medusa and uses her head to save Andromeda and his Mom

• Danae suggests that the group leave and celebrate a wedding.

Zeus tells Perseus that his courage is remarkable. What does the word remarkable mean as it is used in the play?

• fading

• amazing

• interesting

• frightening

When Perseus tells Polydectus he could get him any gift he wants, what does Polydectus ask for?

• Medusa's head.

• A golden goblet.

• To be in Mrs. Kriegsman and Mrs. Tung's class.

• A pineapple.

What does the word 'perseverance' mean in the context of Perseus's journey?

• Persistence in doing something despite difficulty

• A sudden burst of energy

• A lack of interest

• A feeling of fear

Which word best describes Medusa's appearance after being cursed?

• Beautiful

• Terrifying

• Ordinary

• Joyful

What is the meaning of the word 'oracle' as used in the story of Perseus?

• A type of fruit

• A wise and prophetic figure

• A dangerous creature

• A magical weapon

In the phrase 'Perseus embarked on his quest,' what does 'embarked' mean?

• Ended

• Started

• Paused

• Forgot

What part of speech is the word 'heroic' in the sentence 'Perseus performed heroic deeds'?

• Noun

• Verb

• Adjective

• Adverb

Which sentence uses the word 'gaze' correctly?

• Perseus gaze the sword to his friend.

• The gaze of Medusa could turn people to stone.

• They decided to gaze the treasure.

• He was gaze at the stars.

What does the word 'mythology' refer to in the context of Perseus and Medusa?

• A collection of myths

• A type of plant

• A historical event

• A scientific theory