Why did Medusa become bitter and angry after her transformation?

Because she was no longer admired and blamed Athena for her suffering.

Because she gained magical powers and wanted revenge on Zeus.

Because she was turned into a statue by Perseus.

Because she was sent to live among the gods.

What caused Athena to punish Medusa?

Medusa boasted about her beauty being greater than Athena’s

Medusa attacked the goddess directly

Medusa compared herself to Athena’s wisdom

Medusa refused to visit the temple

What theme is most strongly shown in this myth? Which sentence best supports your answer?

Her beauty had filled her heart with arrogance.

Beauty is more important than wisdom

Select two details that show how Perseus succeeded where others failed.

He used Athena’s shield to avoid her gaze.

He received gifts from the gods.

He looked directly into Medusa’s eyes.

He asked Medusa to forgive him.

Medusa changes from the beginning to the end of the story in which of the following ways? Use at least two details.

She becomes more vengeful and isolated.

She becomes kinder and more forgiving.

She turns into a hero and saves others.

She remains unchanged throughout the story.

Why does the author describe the statues in Medusa’s cave?

To show how Perseus built his courage

To explain why Perseus wanted glory

Select TWO phrases that show imagery.

“Her golden hair writhed into a crown of living serpents.”

“The air smelled of stone and silence.”

“Perseus raised his sword and struck.”

“She was punished for her arrogance.”

How does the author build suspense before Perseus strikes Medusa?

By showing Medusa asleep and Perseus slowly approaching with the shield

By describing Perseus’ fear of Athena

By explaining how Perseus sharpened his sword

By focusing on Hermes’ gift of sandals

The author’s description of Athena’s temple contributes to the story’s theme by:

emphasizing the importance of wisdom and guidance in the characters’ journey.

focusing solely on the physical appearance of the temple.

distracting from the main events of the story.

minimizing the role of the gods in the narrative.

Which sentence shows cause-and-effect structure?

Because Medusa boasted, Athena punished her.

Her golden hair turned to snakes.

Athena valued humility and respect.

Perseus placed the head into the magical bag.

If the story were told from Medusa’s point of view, readers might see her differently in which of the following ways?

They might understand her feelings and motivations.

They would see her as a hero who saves the world.

They would think she is a goddess worshipped by all.

They might believe she was never turned into a monster.

Select two reasons why this myth might have been told in Ancient Greece.

To warn people not to anger the gods

To explain how snakes were created

To encourage pride in one’s beauty

Which detail best shows Perseus was clever, not just brave?

He used the shield’s reflection.

Comparing the consequences of Medusa’s pride to the rewards Perseus gained reveals what about Greek beliefs?

Greek myths emphasize the importance of humility and valor.

Greek myths reward pride above all else.

Greek myths discourage bravery and heroism.

Greek myths value wealth over character.

What is the effect of using the phrase “crown of living serpents” instead of “snake hair”?

It makes Medusa seem more royal and terrifying.

It shows that the snakes were fake.

It suggests Athena admired Medusa.

It makes the punishment less serious.

The word reflection has both a literal and figurative meaning in this story. What are these meanings?

It refers to both a physical image in a mirror and deep thought or consideration.

It only means looking at oneself in a mirror.

It means thinking about the future only.

It refers to a shadow and not a real image.

Medusa – 7th Grade Version

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Read the passage 'Medusa – 7th Grade Version.' Who was Medusa known for in the city of Athens?

Her wisdom

Her beauty

Her bravery

Her kindness

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What did Medusa boast about that angered Athena?

Medusa boasted that her beauty was greater than Athena's.

Medusa claimed she could weave better than Athena.

Medusa said she was wiser than Athena.

Medusa declared she was stronger than Athena.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Read the passage 'Medusa – 7th Grade Version.' What did Athena turn Medusa's hair into as punishment?

A crown of flowers

A nest of venomous snakes

A helmet of gold

A wreath of olive leaves

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What happened to people who looked at Medusa after her transformation?

They turned to stone.

They gained superpowers.

They became invisible.

They fell asleep.

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Who was sent on a quest to bring back the head of Medusa?

Perseus

Theseus

Hercules

Odysseus

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Read the passage 'Medusa – 7th Grade Version.' Which of the following gifts did Perseus NOT receive for his quest?

Winged sandals

A magical bag

A polished shield

A golden sword

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How did Perseus avoid being turned to stone by Medusa?

He used Athena's shield as a mirror to avoid looking directly at Medusa.

He wore a blindfold and fought by sound alone.

He drank a potion that made him immune to her gaze.

He closed his eyes and swung his sword randomly.

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