It’s Just a Myth of the Seasons

Mr. Griot introduces the concept of fiction, focusing on myths as a type of fictional story. He narrates the myth of Demeter and Persephone, explaining how it accounts for the changing seasons. The video also covers the elements of fiction, such as setting, characters, plot, conflict, climax, and resolution, using the myth as an example. The lesson emphasizes understanding these elements to appreciate fiction better.

What is the primary purpose of myths in different cultures?

• To explain natural phenomena

• To provide historical facts

• To entertain with fictional stories

• To teach mathematical concepts

Who is Persephone in the myth of the seasons?

• The goddess of the underworld

• The daughter of Demeter

• The wife of Zeus

• The goddess of the sun

What happens to the world when Persephone is with Hades?

• It remains unchanged

• It becomes cold and barren

• It experiences constant rain

• It becomes warm and everything grows

Which element of fiction describes the time and place of a story?

• Setting

• Plot

• Resolution

• Conflict

Who are the four major characters in the myth of the seasons?

• Demeter, Persephone, Zeus, and Hades

• Demeter, Persephone, Apollo, and Hermes

• Zeus, Hera, Athena, and Hades

• Persephone, Hades, Poseidon, and Ares

What is the main conflict in the myth of the seasons?

• The disagreement between Zeus and Hades

• The struggle between Demeter and the sun god

• The disagreement over who keeps Persephone

• The conflict between humans and gods

How is the conflict resolved in the myth of the seasons?

• Zeus decides Persephone stays with Demeter all year

• Zeus decides Persephone splits her time between Demeter and Hades

• Hades agrees to release Persephone permanently

• Zeus orders Persephone to stay in the underworld