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What happened to Ariadne when she was abandoned on the shore of Naxos by Theseus?

  • She was kidnapped by Lycurgus as an act of revenge.
  • She was rescued by Zeus and taken to Olympus to live with the gods.
  • She was left to perish on the shore by herself.
  • She was rescued by Dionysus and eventually fell in love with him. (correct)

    • How did Dionysus show compassion towards Ariadne when he found her abandoned?

  • By leaving her alone on the shore.
  • By punishing her for her actions.
  • By rescuing her and eventually loving her. (correct)
  • By ignoring her and moving on with his journey.

    • What did Dionysus do with the crown he had given Ariadne after her death?

  • Placed it among the stars. (correct)
  • Threw it into the sea.
  • Gave it to the other gods as an offering.
  • Buried it in a hidden cave.

    • Why did Dionysus dare to descend into the lower world to seek his mother?

    <p>He longed to see his mother whom he had never met.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fate did Dionysus' mother meet after he defied Death to bring her back?

    <p>She was taken to Olympus to live among the gods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the women frenzied with wine called in the text?

    <p><strong>Maenads</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Pentheus laugh mockingly at Teiresias?

    <p>Teiresias was dressed as a wild woman.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to Pentheus bringing doom upon himself?

    <p>He ignored the warnings of the gods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Dionysus respond to Pentheus' roughness and scorn?

    <p>He tried to show gentleness and reach Pentheus' real self.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were the soldiers ashamed when capturing Dionysus?

    <p>The maidens they had imprisoned had all escaped.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Pentheus react when he heard about Dionysus coming with many wonders?

    <p>He became blind with anger and scorn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Dionysus warn Pentheus that he could not be kept in prison?

    <p>God would set him free.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were Castor and Pollux usually represented as?

    <p>Gods who were the special protectors of sailors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contradictory accounts are given about Castor and Pollux?

    <p>Castor alone was believed to be divine, while Pollux was mortal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Greek name 'Dioscouri' commonly associated with?

    <p>Sons of Zeus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event did Castor and Pollux NOT participate in?

    <p>The rescue of Theseus from the Minotaur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between Castor and Pollux according to the text?

    <p>Twins born to Leda from different fathers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Rome, how were Castor and Pollux honored?

    <p>As the great Twin Brethren to whom all Dorians prayed</p> Signup and view all the answers

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