Echo and Narcissus Review

Which step best completes the chart?

• Echo follows Narcissus up the mountain.

• Zeus decides to visit the mountains where Echo lives.

• Hera realizes Echo is distracting her.

• Echo falls in love with Narcissus.

Which two sentences are suggested by the description of the setting in paragraph 1?

• The mountains are very tall.

• Mortals did not live in the mountains.

• It is difficult to travel in the mountains.

• The mountains are beautiful beyond belief.

• Magical events happen in the mountains.

The author’s text structure serves the myth’s purpose by —

• describing events in the story and the order in which they occur

• introducing a problem and slowly revealing that problem’s solution

• describing the cause of an event and following that with its effects

• comparing and contrasting the characters’ personalities and motives

Answer explanation

The correct choice describes events in the story and their order, which is essential for understanding the myth's progression and purpose. This structure helps convey the narrative effectively.

The word misfortune comes from the Latin root word mis–, which means “mistaken” or “wrong.” What does misfortune mean in paragraph 5?

• Fate

• Bad luck

• False wealth

• Action

Answer explanation

The term misfortune, derived from the Latin mis– meaning 'wrong,' refers to 'bad luck.' This aligns with the common understanding of misfortune as experiencing unfavorable events or circumstances.

Read the dictionary entry for the word pine. pine \pīn\ v 1. to yearn deeply 2. to become unhealthy from grief 3. to mourn 4. to show regret for actions

Which definition most closely matches the meaning of pined as it is used in paragraph 29?

• Definition 1

• Definition 2

• Definition 3

• Definition 4

Answer explanation

In paragraph 29, 'pined' refers to becoming unhealthy from grief, aligning with Definition 2. This suggests a deep emotional pain or longing, which fits the context of mourning or suffering due to loss.

Read the sentence from paragraph 39. “Woe is me for I loved in vain!” he cried. The author’s word choice affects the tone of the story by building feelings of —

• anger

• comfort

• relief

• sadness

Answer explanation

The phrase "Woe is me for I loved in vain!" conveys deep regret and sorrow, indicating that the character's love was unreciprocated. This choice of words creates a tone of sadness, making it the correct answer.

What is the purpose of personification in the final paragraph?

• This helps to explain the moral of the myth.

• This helps the reader visualize the pining.

• This allows the reader to connect the characters to the surrounding world.

• This allows the author to explain how the punishment impacted the characters.

Answer explanation

Personification connects the characters to their environment, making their emotions and experiences more relatable. This enhances the reader's understanding of how the characters interact with the world around them.

The main message of this myth warns against —

• the inability to see the needs of others

• not considering the views of other people

• becoming greatly obsessed with something

• being disrespectful of others less fortunate

Answer explanation

The myth's main message highlights the dangers of becoming greatly obsessed with something, leading to neglect of other important aspects of life and the needs of those around us.

What is a drama? Choose all the correct answers.

• A drama has stage directions in parenthesis that tell the actors what to do.

• A drama is just a story. There are no differences between a story and a drama

• A drama is acted out by people.

• A drama has scenes and acts.

Many people have not heard giraffes make noises.  Giraffes do not use sounds to “talk” with each other.  When hurt, giraffes make a low moo, something like a cow.  When frightened, they make a short, high sound.
What is the main idea?

• Giraffes do not make noises.

• Giraffes make loud noises all the time.

• Cows and giraffes talk to each other.

• Lots of people have heard giraffes talk.