Athena Review

Why did Zeus swallow Metis?

• To get revenge on his dad, a titan, for swallowing him

• To stop her from taking his throne

• To stop a prophecy of her child taking his throne

• To stop his headache

What was one thing Metis made sure Athena was equipped with inside of Zeus?

• Cunning

• Spear

• Humilty

• Axe

Why did Zeus trust Athena's opinion?

• She was clever.

• She grew inside him.

• She was beautiful.

• She reminded him of himself.

What best describes Athena’s beliefs about war?

• It showed strength and power.

• It should only be fought between heroes.

• It was an honor to participate in it.

• It should be avoided.

What was Athena most famous for?

• Being a patron goddess of Athens

• Defeating Poseidon

• Being the greatest weaver

• Defeating Medusa

How did Athena view heroes?

• As worthy of assistance

• As beneath her

• As insignificant

• As unnecessarily violent

Which part of the article shows a less flattering side of Athena?

• When she breaks free from Zeus’s body

• When she competes with Poseidon for Athens

• When she aids Odysseus in his adventures

• When she reacts to the weaving competition

Which word best describes Arachne’s personality?

• Timid

• Caring

• Discreet

• Arrogant

How did Arachne view the gods & goddesses?

• Helpful

• Intrusive

• Compassionate

• Aloof

What term arose from Arachne’s name that is commonly used to this day?

• Archery

• Aromatic

• Arachnophobia

• Argumentative