Arachne And Athena

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    Arache said, “I should live on Mount Olympus. . .” In Greek mythology what was Mount Olympus?

    • It was where the Olympic games were held every year.
    • It was a volcanic mountain.
    • It was the home of the gods and goddesses.
    • It was the highest mountain in Rome.
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Explore the intriguing myth of Arachne and Athena through this quiz, assessing understanding of its narrative, symbolism, and moral lessons. It delves into why Arachne became a spider and the consequences of hubris, enhancing comprehension of Greek mythology.

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  • 2. 

    At the end of this Greek myth, why did Athena turn Arachne into a spider

    • Athena did it, because Arachne wove a prettier tapestry than she did.

    • Athena did it, because Arachne was boastful and insulted the gods by the way she portrayed them in her tapestry.

    • Athena did it to defend herself from this dangerous girl.

    • Athena turned Arachne into a spider just to be mean.

    Correct Answer
    A. Athena did it, because Arachne was boastful and insulted the gods by the way she portrayed them in her tapestry.
    Explanation
    Athena turned Arachne into a spider because Arachne was boastful and insulted the gods by the way she portrayed them in her tapestry.

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    Why did people travel great distances to see Arachne?

    • They traveled far to get weaving lessons from Arachne.

    • They traveled far to see Arachne weave and to buy her tapestries.

    • They traveled far to challenge Arachne to weaving contests.

    • They traveled far to see Mount Olympus.

    Correct Answer
    A. They traveled far to see Arachne weave and to buy her tapestries.
    Explanation
    People traveled great distances to see Arachne because they wanted to witness her weaving skills and also to purchase her tapestries. Arachne was renowned for her exceptional talent in weaving, and her tapestries were highly sought after. Therefore, people were willing to travel far to have the opportunity to see her weave and to acquire her exquisite tapestries for themselves.

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    What question does this myth try to answer?

    • Why we have arts and crafts.

    • Why spiders spin web.

    • How the seasons came to be.

    • Why leaves on trees turn beautiful colors in autumn.

    Correct Answer
    A. Why spiders spin web.
    Explanation
    This myth tries to answer the question of why spiders spin webs.

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    What is the lesson to be learned from this myth?

    • Beware of an old woman wearing a cloak.

    • You should learn how to spin and weave.

    • Don’t try to be the best at anything.

    • When a person acts too proud, they might get punished.

    Correct Answer
    A. When a person acts too proud, they might get punished.
    Explanation
    The lesson to be learned from this myth is that when a person acts too proud, they might get punished. This implies that one should not be arrogant or boastful, as it can lead to negative consequences. It is important to remain humble and avoid displaying excessive pride, as it can attract punishment or retribution.

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    What makes the story of Arachne and Athena a myth?

    • It is a make-believe story that gives an explanation for something in nature.

    • It is a make-believe story whose characters are all gods and goddesses.

    • It is a make-believe story with talking animals.

    • It is a true story set in ancient Greece.

    Correct Answer
    A. It is a make-believe story that gives an explanation for something in nature.
    Explanation
    The story of Arachne and Athena is considered a myth because it is a make-believe story that gives an explanation for something in nature. Myths often use fictional characters and events to explain natural phenomena or to teach moral lessons. In this case, the story explains the origin of spiders and their ability to weave intricate webs. It is not a true story set in ancient Greece, nor does it involve talking animals.

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