PYGMALION AND GALATEA

Who was Pygmalion?

• Pygmalion was a king of Athens.
• Pygmalion was a sculptor in Greek mythology who fell in love with a statue he created.
• Pygmalion was a warrior in the Trojan War.
• Pygmalion was a famous Greek philosopher.

What is the main theme of the play Pygmalion?

• The transformation of social class and identity.

• The importance of education in society.

• The role of women in the early 20th century.

• The conflict between love and duty.

Who wrote the play Pygmalion?

• George Bernard Shaw

• William Shakespeare

• Tennessee Williams

• Arthur Miller

What happens to the statue created by Pygmalion?

• It is destroyed by a storm.

• It is sold to a museum.

• It comes to life and becomes a real woman.

• It remains a statue forever.

What is the significance of Eliza Doolittle's character in Pygmalion?

• She represents the struggle for independence.

• She symbolizes the impact of social class on personal identity.

• She serves as a critique of the education system.

• She is a reflection of the changing roles of women.

In what year was Pygmalion first performed?

• 1912

• 1901

• 1920

• 1895

What is the relationship between Professor Henry Higgins and Eliza Doolittle?

• They are siblings.

• They are teacher and student.

• They are rivals.

• They are romantic partners.

What is the setting of the play Pygmalion?

• Paris during the French Revolution.

• London in the early 20th century.

• New York City in the 1920s.

• Rome in ancient times.

What does Professor Higgins aim to achieve with Eliza Doolittle?

• To transform her into a refined lady.

• To make her fall in love with him.

• To teach her how to read.

• To help her find a job.

Which literary device is prominently used in Pygmalion?

• Alliteration.

• Metaphor.

• Foreshadowing.

• Irony.