Themes and Events in 'The Golden Flower'

The video narrates a Taino myth from Puerto Rico about a child who discovers seeds and plants them on a mountain, leading to the growth of a magical forest. A golden flower produces a pumpkin that bursts, releasing the sea and forming the island of Puerto Rico. The story highlights the power of nature and creation. The video also provides background on the author and illustrator, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and cultural heritage.

What is the primary theme of the myth 'The Golden Flower'?

• The origin of water and life

• The importance of wealth

• The power of technology

• The significance of war

What was the world like at the beginning of the myth?

• Covered in ice and snow

• A dry desert with no water

• A lush green paradise

• Full of water and life

What did the child find floating on the wind?

• A piece of cloth

• A magical stone

• A small brown seed

• A golden flower

What happened after the child planted the seeds?

• A forest of many colored flowers grew

• Nothing happened

• The seeds disappeared

• The mountain collapsed

What was unique about the flower that grew from the vine?

• It could talk

• It was poisonous

• It had golden petals

• It was invisible

What did the golden ball turn out to be?

• A golden apple

• A magical orb

• A giant pearl

• A pumpkin

What was released when the pumpkin burst?

• A swarm of bees

• A flood of water

• A flock of birds

• A cloud of smoke

What did the people see after the water stopped rising?

• A new mountain

• A dense forest

• A barren desert

• A beach of golden sand

What inspired Nina Jaffe to retell ancient myths?

• Her career as a scientist

• Her childhood interest in myths and folk tales

• Her travels to Asia

• Her love for modern stories

What is the purpose of including dialogue in the myth?

• To make the story longer

• To add humor to the story

• To confuse the reader

• To imagine what ancient people might say