TED-ED: The Cambodian myth of lightning, thunder, and rain - Prumsodun Ok

Lok Ta Moni Eysei, a powerful hermit, had three students: Moni Mekhala, Vorachhun, and Ream Eyso. He announced a contest to collect morning dew, with Moni Mekhala winning by using her shawl. Each student received a gift, but Ream Eyso grew jealous and sought Moni Mekhala's crystal ball. A battle ensued, creating rain. Moni Mekhala chose compassion over revenge, and Vorachhun was revived by the rain.

What method did Moni Mekhala use to win the contest for the morning dew?

• She used a magical spell.

• She asked Lok Ta for help.

• She collected it directly from the leaves.

• She left her shawl out overnight.

What did Ream Eyso decide to do after Moni Mekhala rejected his advances?

• He tried to win her over with gifts.

• He resolved to take the crystal ball by force.

• He sought Lok Ta's advice.

• He decided to leave her alone.

How did Moni Mekhala manage to blind Ream Eyso during their confrontation?

• She threw her crystal ball into the air.

• She used a mirror to reflect sunlight.

• She called upon the gods for help.

• She used a magic spell.

What natural phenomenon was created by the clash between Mekhala and Ream Eyso?

• An earthquake

• A hurricane

• Rain

• A tornado

What was Moni Mekhala's final decision regarding Ream Eyso after the battle?

• She decided to imprison him.

• She took away his powers.

• She chose compassion and spared him.

• She banished him to another realm.