Perseus and Medusa: Mythology Questions

The story follows King Acrisius, who fears a prophecy that his grandson will kill him. To prevent this, he imprisons his daughter Danny, but Zeus impregnates her, leading to the birth of Perseus. Acrisius sets them adrift, but they find refuge on Serapis. Perseus grows up and is sent on a quest by King Polydectes to retrieve Medusa's head. With divine assistance, Perseus beheads Medusa and uses her head to turn Polydectes to stone, saving his mother and living happily thereafter.

What did the Oracle predict about King Acrisius's future?

• He would live forever.

• He would become a great warrior.

• He would be killed by his grandson.

• He would lose his kingdom.

How did Zeus manage to be with Danny despite her confinement?

• He sent a messenger.

• He infiltrated her prison.

• He disguised himself as a soldier.

• He bribed the guards.

What was King Acrisius's reaction upon discovering Perseus?

• He set them adrift at sea.

• He welcomed them back.

• He celebrated the birth.

• He ignored the child.

Why did Polydectes send Perseus to retrieve Medusa's head?

• To get rid of him.

• To test his bravery.

• To protect the island.

• To make him a hero.

What advice did Athena give Perseus regarding Medusa?

• To seek help from other gods.

• To use the shield's reflection.

• To avoid the quest.

• To fight her directly.

Who helped Perseus by giving him a sickle and flying sandals?

• Hades and Poseidon.

• Apollo and Artemis.

• Athena and Hermes.

• Zeus and Hera.

What magical item did the water nymphs provide to Perseus?

• A sword of fire.

• A shield of light.

• A cloak of invisibility.

• A helmet of invisibility.

How did Perseus avoid being turned to stone by Medusa?

• He used a mirror.

• He wore a blindfold.

• He looked at her reflection in the shield.

• He closed his eyes.

What happened to Polydectes when Perseus showed him Medusa's head?

• He laughed at Perseus.

• He apologized to Perseus.

• He fled the kingdom.

• He was turned to stone.

What was the ultimate fate of Perseus and his mother?

• They were exiled.

• They returned to Acrisius.

• They became rulers of the island.

• They lived happily together.