Introduction to Greek Mythology In class Review

Which characteristic of Greek mythology involves divine beings with powers who rule parts of life and sometimes help or challenge humans?

• Heroes and Demigods

• Monsters and Magical Creatures

• Gods and Goddesses

• Lessons or Morals

What is the main role of monsters and magical creatures in Greek mythology?

• To teach lessons about right and wrong

• To test the hero’s courage and cleverness

• To explain natural events

• To rule over humans

Which example best shows the characteristic of "Explaining the World" in Greek mythology?

• Heracles completes 12 Labors

• Persephone’s story explains the seasons

• Hermes’ winged sandals allow him to fly

• Odysseus faces storms and monsters

Why might a Greek myth include a hero facing many obstacles or quests?

• To show the power of gods

• To reveal human qualities like courage or determination

• To explain magical objects

• To describe natural disasters

Imagine you are creating your own Greek myth. Which element would you include to teach a lesson about humility, and why? (DoK Level 3: Strategic Thinking)

• A magical creature that gives advice

• A hero who always wins easily

• A story where a character’s pride leads to their downfall

• A god who controls the weather

Which stage in the hero's journey involves the hero receiving advice, tools, or training?

• Ordinary World

• Meeting the Mentor

• Ordeal

• Reward

In the "Call to Adventure" stage, what typically happens to the hero?

• The hero faces the greatest danger

• The hero is challenged or receives a quest

• The hero returns home

• The hero reconciles with an enemy

Which example from Toy Story best represents the "Ordeal" stage of the hero's journey?

• Woody enjoys being Andy’s favorite toy

• Woody and Buzz cling to the moving truck to return home

• Woody learns from other toys how to handle teamwork and leadership

• Woody and Buzz settle back into Andy’s toy box

Why is the "Refusal of the Call" stage important in the hero's journey?

• It shows the hero's excitement to start the adventure

• It demonstrates the hero's hesitation or fear before beginning the quest

• It marks the hero's return home

• It is when the hero receives a reward

Imagine a story where the hero never faces any obstacles or villains. Which stage of the hero's journey would be missing, and how might this affect the story?

• Ordinary World; the story would be too exciting

• Tests, Allies, and Enemies; the story would lack challenges and growth for the hero

• Reward; the hero would never return home

• Atonement; the hero would never meet a mentor