Medusa and Athena Myth

Who was Medusa in Greek mythology?

• A goddess of wisdom

• A monster with snakes for hair

• A powerful queen

• A famous warrior

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Which goddess turned Medusa into a monster?

• Hera

• Artemis

• Athena

• Aphrodite

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What was Athena known for in Greek mythology?

• Love and beauty

• War and wisdom

• The sea

• The underworld

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Summarize what happened to Medusa after she was cursed by Athena.

• She became a queen

• She turned into a monster whose gaze turned people to stone

• She was sent to the underworld

• She became immortal

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Compare the motivations of Athena and Medusa in the myth. Which statement best describes their motivations?

• Athena wanted to protect her temple’s honor, while Medusa wanted revenge

• Athena wanted to help Medusa, while Medusa wanted to become a goddess

• Athena wanted to punish Medusa for disrespect, while Medusa was a victim of circumstances

• Both wanted to rule Mount Olympus

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Based on the myth, what evidence suggests that Medusa was not always a monster?

• She was born with snakes for hair

• She was originally a beautiful maiden

• She was always feared by everyone

• She was a goddess

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