Myth Literature Terms Quiz

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Why did Athena turn Arachne into a spider?

Arachne challenged Athena to a weaving contest.

Athena was jealous of Arachne's weaving skills.

Athena wanted to punish Arachne for winning the weaving contest.

Arachne insulted the gods with her arrogance. (correct)

How did Athena come into existence, according to Greek mythology?

Sprang fully grown from Zeus's forehead. (correct)

Created by Poseidon from sea foam.

Emerged as a result of a bet between Apollo and Artemis.

Born from the union of Zeus and Hera.

What was the significance of Athena being born from Zeus's head?

It symbolized her wisdom and strategic warfare skills. (correct)

It indicated that Athena was a fierce hunter.

It represented the unity between Zeus and Athena.

It showed that Athena was associated with the sea.

What was the reason people preferred Athena’s gift over Poseidon’s gift?

Athena's gift was more valuable in practical terms. Signup and view all the answers

What role did Athena play in Greek mythology?

Goddess of wisdom and warfare. Signup and view all the answers

How did Arachne provoke Athena before being turned into a spider?

By claiming to be a better weaver than Athena. Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of Arachne led to her transformation into a spider?

Her vanity and hubris. Signup and view all the answers

What did Poseidon offer that people found less appealing compared to Athena's gift?

$8 - 2(4 + 1)$ olive trees for prosperity and peace. Signup and view all the answers

'Why did people choose Athena’s gift over Poseidon’s?' This question is most closely related to:

'Why was Athena considered wiser than Poseidon?' Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the magazine article discussed in the text?

Current and future developments in car technology Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the article, what is the primary concern with cars running on gasoline?

Air pollution caused by burning gasoline Signup and view all the answers

Why does the author of the article suggest that electric cars might be a cleaner and cheaper alternative?

They do not emit harmful pollutants Signup and view all the answers

What do drivers want their cars to be like, as described in the second paragraph of the article?

Eco-friendly and efficient Signup and view all the answers

What are some common problems people experience with electric cars, as mentioned in the article?

Limited charging infrastructure and range anxiety Signup and view all the answers

What is one prediction the author makes about how inventors might improve self-driving cars?

Implementing enhanced sensors for improved detection of obstacles Signup and view all the answers

What is one challenge the inventors are facing in making electric cars more accessible?

Finding ways to lower the cost of electric cars Signup and view all the answers

Why does the author mention that 'not everyone is ready to accept that a machine would be a better driver than a human'?

To address common concerns or resistance to self-driving cars Signup and view all the answers

What problem related to cars is mentioned in the text as a cause of accidents?

Human errors while driving Signup and view all the answers

How are inventors trying to address the issue of air pollution caused by gasoline-powered cars?

Creating electric cars that do not require gasoline Signup and view all the answers