Prometheus and the Gift of Fire

The Greek gods defeated the Titans, with Prometheus and Epimetheus aiding them. Prometheus, envisioning a greater purpose for humans, tricked Zeus to benefit humanity. Despite Zeus's ban on fire, Prometheus stole it, enabling human progress. Zeus punished him severely, yet Prometheus became a symbol of resilience and knowledge. His story influenced art and literature, highlighting themes of rebellion and the ethical implications of power.

What was the outcome of the battle between the Greek gods and the Titans?

• The Titans won and ruled the heavens.

• The Greek gods were defeated and exiled.

• The Titans were destroyed or banished to Tartarus.

• The Greek gods and Titans formed an alliance.

What task did Zeus assign to Prometheus and Epimetheus?

• To lead the Titans.

• To create all living things.

• To rule over the humans.

• To guard the gates of Olympus.

How did Prometheus trick Zeus during the sacrifice?

• By hiding the best meat under bones.

• By refusing to make a sacrifice.

• By offering only bones and fat.

• By presenting a live animal.

What was Zeus's reaction to Prometheus's deception?

• He punished the humans instead.

• He ignored the trick.

• He banned the use of fire on Earth.

• He rewarded Prometheus with fire.

How did Prometheus provide fire to humans?

• By stealing it from Hephaestus and Athena.

• By creating it from scratch.

• By using lightning.

• By asking Zeus for permission.

What was the impact of fire on human civilization?

• It led to the downfall of humans.

• It allowed humans to dominate nature.

• It caused humans to become immortal.

• It made humans dependent on gods.

What was Prometheus's punishment for his actions?

• He was forgiven by Zeus.

• He was exiled to Tartarus.

• He was chained to a cliff for eternity.

• He was turned into a mortal.

How is Prometheus viewed in mythology?

• As a mortal who became a god.

• As a villain who betrayed the gods.

• As a hero who brought progress to humans.

• As a god who ruled Olympus.

How does Percy Bysshe Shelley portray Prometheus in his work?

• As a romantic hero.

• As a tragic villain.

• As a defeated god.

• As a cautionary tale.

What does Mary Shelley's subtitle 'The Modern Prometheus' suggest?

• The power of human imagination.

• The benefits of scientific progress.

• The dangers of altering the natural order.

• The importance of mythology.