Pandora's Mysterious Box
Read the myth and then answer the following questions.
- 1.
The author said, “Pandora and her husband, Epimetheus, were very happy together, living everyday in complete harmony.” Which word below means harmony?
- A.
Hatred
- B.
Discord
- C.
Peace
- D.
Dislike
Correct Answer
C. PeaceExplanation
The word "peace" means harmony, as it refers to a state of tranquility, calmness, and absence of conflict or disagreement. In the given context, the author mentions that Pandora and Epimetheus were very happy together, living everyday in complete harmony, indicating that they had a peaceful and harmonious relationship.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The author said, “Thousands of years ago, primitive people wondered about these things, too.” What are primitive people?
- A.
People of modern times
- B.
Middle class people
- C.
People of early times
- D.
Blue collar workers
Correct Answer
C. People of early timesExplanation
Primitive people refers to individuals who lived in early times, thousands of years ago. They were the early humans who existed before the development of modern civilization and technology. These individuals had a limited understanding of the world and relied on basic tools and resources for survival. The author mentions them to highlight that the curiosity about certain things, like the ones being discussed, is not exclusive to modern times but has existed since ancient times.Rate this question:
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- 3.
For what reason did Zeus send Pandora to Earth from Mount Olympus?
- A.
She was sent to be the wife of Epimetheus.
- B.
She was sent to be the Epimetheus.
- C.
She was sent to start the practice of wedding ceremonies on Earth.
- D.
She was sent to outwit Epimetheus.
Correct Answer
A. She was sent to be the wife of Epimetheus.Explanation
Zeus sent Pandora to Earth from Mount Olympus to be the wife of Epimetheus.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which god gave Pandora the box?
- A.
The same god who gave her the gift of beauty
- B.
The same god who gave her the gift of kindness
- C.
The same god who gave her the gift of a happy disposition
- D.
The same god who gave her the gift of curiosity
Correct Answer
D. The same god who gave her the gift of curiosityExplanation
The answer is "The same god who gave her the gift of curiosity" because in Greek mythology, it was Zeus who gave Pandora a box and also bestowed upon her the gift of curiosity.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which one do you like?
- A.
Option 1
- B.
Option 2
- C.
Option 3
- D.
Option 4
Correct Answer
A. Option 1 -
- 6.
What instruction was Pandora given when she received the box?
- A.
She was never to marry
- B.
She was never to open the box
- C.
She was to open the box
- D.
She was to never keep the box in the open where others could see it
Correct Answer
B. She was never to open the boxExplanation
Pandora was given the instruction to never open the box.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Why did Pandora open the mysterious box?
- A.
Pandora opened the box to impress Epimetheus
- B.
When she heard sounds coming from the box Pandora's curiosity got the better of her
- C.
Pandora wanted to challenge the gods
- D.
Thinking it might be a music box, she opened it in hopes of hearing songs
Correct Answer
B. When she heard sounds coming from the box Pandora's curiosity got the better of herExplanation
Pandora opened the mysterious box because her curiosity got the better of her when she heard sounds coming from it.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What did the ugly flying creatures represent?
- A.
Joy, glee, and pleasure
- B.
Excitements, elation, and high spirits
- C.
Satisfaction, gladness, and enchantment
- D.
Sorrow, jealousy, greed, and pain
Correct Answer
D. Sorrow, jealousy, greed, and painExplanation
The ugly flying creatures represent negative emotions and experiences such as sorrow, jealousy, greed, and pain. This is implied by the word "ugly" which suggests something unpleasant or undesirable. These emotions are often associated with negative experiences and can bring about feelings of unhappiness or discomfort.Rate this question:
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- 9.
According to this myth, where did the evils go?
- A.
They stayed in Pandora's and Epimetheus' house
- B.
They returned to the box
- C.
They went all over the world
- D.
They flew back up to Mount Olympus
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C. They went all over the worldExplanation
In Greek mythology, the evils that were released from Pandora's box did not return to the box or fly back up to Mount Olympus. Instead, they spread all over the world. This suggests that the evils are now present everywhere, affecting different parts of the world and its inhabitants.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What question did this myth try to answer?
- A.
Why evil, but also hope, exists
- B.
Why rainbows appear
- C.
Why thunder and lightning exist
- D.
Why peace and harmony exist
Correct Answer
A. Why evil, but also hope, existsExplanation
This myth tried to answer the question of why evil, but also hope, exists.Rate this question:
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