Ancient Greek Mythology: The Tale of Atlanta
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What did Atlanta's father decide to do when she was born a girl instead of a boy?

  • Send her to live with the hunters in the forest
  • Send her to live with the goddess Athena
  • Leave her to die in the forest (correct)
  • Raise her as his own daughter in the palace
  • What was Atlanta's response when her father demanded she marry as soon as possible?

  • She agreed to marry the first man her father chose for her
  • She promised to dedicate her life to the goddess Athena
  • She agreed to marry any man who could beat her in a race (correct)
  • She refused to marry and left the palace forever
  • What did Hippomenes do to gain Atlanta as a wife?

  • He asked Aphrodite for three golden apples (correct)
  • He challenged Atlanta to a hunting competition
  • He sought the help of the goddess Athena
  • He offered to pay tribute to Aphrodite
  • What was the outcome of the race between Atlanta and Hippomenes?

    <p>Hippomenes won and married Atlanta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were Atlanta and Hippomenes turned into lions?

    <p>They refused to honor Aphrodite's kindness by paying tribute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Atlanta was born to a king, but he was disappointed she was a girl and left her to die in the forest.
    • She was found by hunters and raised as their daughter, becoming an exceptional huntress.
    • Her fame spread and reached her father, who invited her back to the palace to live.
    • The king demanded Atlanta marry, but she had dedicated her life to Goddess Athena and refused.
    • Atlanta proposed a race for her hand in marriage, as she was the fastest human.
    • Hippomenes, who loved Atlanta, asked Aphrodite for help. She gave him three golden apples.
    • Hippomenes raced Atlanta and won by using the apples to distract her.
    • Atlanta married Hippomenes, but their happiness was short-lived as they were turned into lions by Aphrodite for not paying tribute to her kindness.

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    Test your knowledge of the mythological story of Atlanta, the skilled huntress from ancient Greek mythology who overcame adversity to gain recognition and reconciliation with her father.

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