Rodopis and the Pharaoh's Slippers

The story of Rodopis, an enslaved Greek girl in Egypt, unfolds as she is gifted special slippers by her master. A falcon, symbolizing the god Horus, takes one slipper to the Pharaoh, who declares that the owner of the slipper will be his queen. Despite the jealousy of the Egyptian servant girls, Rodopis is found and chosen by the Pharaoh, becoming queen due to her unique qualities.

Where was Rodopis originally from before being taken to Egypt?

• India

• Italy

• Greece

• Persia

What was one of the main differences between Rodopis and the Egyptian girls?

• Her eyes were blue

• Her hair was curly

• Her skin was pale

• Her height was short

Who did Rodopis find companionship with in Egypt?

• Other slaves

• Animals

• Her master

• The Pharaoh

What special gift did Rodopis receive from her master?

• A silver bracelet

• A golden necklace

• A pair of rose-red slippers

• A silk dress

Why were the Egyptian servant girls jealous of Rodopis?

• She had more freedom

• She was favored by the Pharaoh

• She had special slippers

• She was more beautiful

What event were the servant girls planning to attend?

• A wedding

• The Pharaoh's court

• A festival

• A market fair

What did the falcon do with one of Rodopis's slippers?

• Lost it in the desert

• Kept it in its nest

• Gave it to the Pharaoh

• Dropped it in the river

What did the Pharaoh decide to do with the slipper?

• Give it to his daughter

• Use it as a decoration

• Sell it

• Find its owner

How did the Pharaoh react when he found Rodopis?

• He was angry

• He was pleased

• He was confused

• He ignored her

What was the Pharaoh's final decision regarding Rodopis?

• To make her a servant

• To marry her

• To send her back to Greece

• To give her a reward