NEW
Font size
WorksheetsOrpheus and Eurydice
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Who was Orpheus's father?
Zeus
Poseidon
Apollo
Hermes
What instrument did Orpheus play?
Harp
Lyre
Flute
cello
How did Eurydice die?
She drowned in the river
She was attacked by wolves
She was bitten by a snake
She fell from a tree
Who suggested Orpheus go to the Underworld?
Zeus
Hermes
Athena
Apollo
What did Orpheus use to hypnotize Charon, the ferryman?
A magical spell
His singing
His lyre music
A golden coin
What was the reaction of Hades to Orpheus's music?
He became angry
He fell asleep
His face softened
He laughed
What condition did Hades give Orpheus for Eurydice's return?
Orpheus must not look back at Eurydice
Orpheus must not eat anything in the underworld
Orpheus must not speak until reaching Earth's light
Orpheus must give Hades a gift
What animal did Orpheus enchant on his journey to the Underworld?
A lion
A three-headed dog
A dragon
A griffin
What did Orpheus do that caused Eurydice to return to the Underworld?
He spoke to her
He sang a song
He let go of her hand
He looked back at her
What message might be inferred from Orpheus's story?
Love conquers all
Always follow instructions
Music can solve any problem
Never trust the gods
