Ancient Greek Traveler
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What was the narrator's reaction upon seeing the dense crowd of people in the market place?

  • The narrator felt intimidated and anxious about the large crowd.
  • The narrator was pleased to be greeted with such a warm welcome.
  • The narrator felt flattered and proud of the attention.
  • The narrator was surprised and found it strange that no one called out or asked for news. (correct)

    • Why did the narrator find it surprising to see the road lined with staring people and rooftops thick with them?

  • The narrator was accustomed to being greeted with indifference in unfamiliar towns.
  • The narrator found it unusual for so many people to come out to see a stranger without asking for news or speaking. (correct)
  • The narrator expected the people in Eleusis to be reserved and uninterested in strangers.
  • The narrator was used to receiving a warm and enthusiastic welcome everywhere.

    • What did the narrator observe about the people in Eleusis when he arrived at the edge of the town?

  • The people were cordial and welcomed the narrator with open arms.
  • The people seemed surprised and stared without speaking or calling out. (correct)
  • The people were unfriendly and avoided making eye contact with the narrator.
  • The people were excited and began to call out and ask for news.

    • Why did the narrator slow down and pull his pair to a walk as he approached the market place?

    <p>To take a closer look at the traders' pitches.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the woman standing in the midst of the dense crowd in Eleusis?

    <p>She was a stately woman with a slave holding a sunshade over her head.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the narrator find comforting about arriving at Eleusis?

    <p>Being in a land of law after a long journey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color was the diadem on the woman's head?

    <p>Purple with gold stitching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the woman described in terms of her role and appearance?

    <p>Both priestess and reigning queen, with fiery red hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the woman being surrounded by women and no men?

    <p>Indicates her prominent position as a leader or authority figure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the protagonist getting down from his chariot and leading the horses forward?

    <p>Shows respect and acknowledgment of the woman's importance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What language does the woman speak to the protagonist?

    <p>Slow Greek with the accent of the Minyans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the woman suggest is the only journey all men make?

    <p>They go forth from the Mother, and do what men are born to do, till she calls them home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is implied by the woman's statement, 'There is only one journey'?

    <p>Life has a single inevitable path for all individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist imply by saying, 'We are all her children'?

    <p>Acknowledgment of a universal maternal connection among all beings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'High Lady, if your lord's sign calls him, what has that to do with me.' What does this statement reveal about the protagonist's attitude?

    <p>He displays reluctance to be involved in the events unfolding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Only the Mother... sits at the hearthstone of the universe and lives forever.' What concept does this statement convey?

    <p>'Mother' symbolizes a deity associated with creation and eternal existence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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