Atalanta's Race

In "Atalanta's Race," Atalanta's main conflict can be described as —

• individual vs. nature

• individual vs. technology

• individual vs. individual

• individual vs. self

Which paragraph introduces the initiating event (or the inciting event)?

• "Hippomenes was nearly at the finish line. With every muscle Atalanta strained to catch up."

• "To rid herself of suitors, Atalanta finally announced that she would marry the first man who could beat her in a footrace."

• "Atalanta was even more stunning in motion than when she was still."

• "Hippomenes and Atalanta were so speedy that they left no footprints on the ground."

What is the purpose of the resolution in the last paragraph of the story?

• It shows that Hippomenes lost the race.

• It shows that Atalanta still never wanted to marry.

• It shows that Atalanta chose to let Hippomenes win.

• It shows that Atalanta lost the race.

In 'Atalanta's Race,' what motivates Atalanta to challenge her suitors to a race?

• A) Her desire to find a worthy husband

• B) Her wish to remain unmarried

• C) Her love for running

• D) Her father's command

Which literary device is primarily used in the description of Atalanta's speed?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

What is the main theme of 'Atalanta's Race'?

• A) The power of love

• B) The importance of cunning over strength

• C) The inevitability of fate

• D) The value of perseverance

How does Hippomenes manage to win the race against Atalanta?

• A) By running faster than her

• B) By distracting her with golden apples

• C) By using a shortcut

• D) By asking the gods for help

What role do the golden apples play in the story?

• A) They symbolize wealth and prosperity

• B) They are a test of Atalanta's greed

• C) They are a divine intervention

• D) They represent Hippomenes' love

Which character trait best describes Atalanta in the story?

• A) Arrogant

• B) Compassionate

• C) Competitive

• D) Naive

What is the outcome of the race between Atalanta and Hippomenes?

• A) Atalanta wins and remains unmarried

• B) Hippomenes wins and marries Atalanta

• C) The race ends in a tie

• D) Atalanta forfeits the race