The Spider Curse Quiz

What is Arachne’s MAIN problem in the play?

• A. She’s worried that Lyra is more talented.

• B. She believes Athena receives too much credit for her (Arachne’s) talent.

• C. Athena turns her into a spider.

• D. Idmon tells her that it’s important to show respect to the gods.

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Which word best describes Athena’s reaction to the tapestry Arachne makes during the contest in Scene 6?

• angry

• disappointed

• impressed

• amused

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In Scene 4, a customer tells Arachne, “You must be so grateful to Athena for this gift.” What gift is the customer talking about?

• a beautiful tapestry

• a magical loom and beautiful thread

• great talent at weaving

• a recommendation of Arachne’s work

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The information in “A Gallery of Curses” supports the idea in the play that ______.

• the gods can be cruel and destructive

• Athena is angry at Arachne for boasting that she’s a better weaver than Athena

• the gods are powerful but generous, kind, and well-meaning

• no one is a better weaver than Athena

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Athena disguises herself as an old woman and gives Arachne a chance to take back her disrespectful comments. Why might Athena do this?

• To test Arachne's humility and willingness to repent.

• To punish Arachne immediately without any chance of redemption.

• To reveal her true identity and assert her superiority.

• To offer Arachne a gift for her weaving skills.

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