10 Questions
What was Echo's punishment from Zeus?
Her voice would only be able to repeat the last words of others
Why did Narcissus walk quickly away when he saw Echo?
He was surprised and disappointed to see a stranger instead of his friends
What did Echo do after feeling hurt by Narcissus' reaction?
She decided never to allow herself to be seen again by anyone
Why did Zeus punish Echo?
She offended him by talking too much
What was Narcissus' reaction when he saw Echo?
He walked quickly away without considering her feelings
What was Echo's bad habit that got her in trouble with Zeus?
She talked too much
How did Echo feel about the punishment she received from Zeus?
Devastated
What physical features did Narcissus possess according to the text?
Hair as yellow as gold and eyes as blue as the sky
What was Narcissus expecting to see when he heard something rustling among the leaves?
His friends
What was Echo's reaction when Narcissus walked quickly away after seeing her?
She felt hurt and decided to never come out of hiding again
Read about the myth of Echo and Zeus's proclamation in this short text. Learn about the consequences of Echo's bad habit and Zeus's punishment for her. Discover how Echo's voice was transformed as a result of her desire for the last word.
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