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Which of the following best describes the initial relationship between Epimetheus and Pandora?
Which of the following best describes the initial relationship between Epimetheus and Pandora?
- Playfellows and helpmates sent by Zeus. (correct)
- Siblings who grew up together on Earth.
- Strangers who met by accident near the mysterious box.
- Rivals competing for Zeus's favor.
What reason does Epimetheus give Pandora for not opening the box?
What reason does Epimetheus give Pandora for not opening the box?
- He is afraid of what Zeus will do to him if he opens it.
- He does not have the key necessary to unlock the box.
- He knows it contains dangerous creatures that would harm them.
- He does not know what it contains and was told to keep it safe--unopened. (correct)
How does Pandora react to Epimetheus' explanation about the box?
How does Pandora react to Epimetheus' explanation about the box?
- She plots to steal the box and open it in secret when Epimetheus is asleep.
- She immediately respects his wishes and never thinks about the box again.
- She becomes increasingly curious and keeps asking about the box and its contents. (correct)
- She convinces Epimetheus to move the box somewhere else, so she doesn't have to look at it.
What detail about the person who left the box intrigues Pandora and leads her to believe she knows who it was?
What detail about the person who left the box intrigues Pandora and leads her to believe she knows who it was?
Based on the description of the world in its 'tender infancy,' what can be inferred about the lives of children during that time?
Based on the description of the world in its 'tender infancy,' what can be inferred about the lives of children during that time?
What does Epimetheus' reaction to Pandora's suggestion of opening the box reveal about his character?
What does Epimetheus' reaction to Pandora's suggestion of opening the box reveal about his character?
How does the author create a sense of mystery?
How does the author create a sense of mystery?
What does the description of the world in its 'tender infancy' suggest about the role of parents or caregivers compared to the present day?
What does the description of the world in its 'tender infancy' suggest about the role of parents or caregivers compared to the present day?
Why did Epimetheus leave Pandora alone on the day she opened the box?
Why did Epimetheus leave Pandora alone on the day she opened the box?
The description of the box emphasizes its beauty and craftsmanship. Which detail most directly foreshadows the trouble it contains?
The description of the box emphasizes its beauty and craftsmanship. Which detail most directly foreshadows the trouble it contains?
What internal conflict does Pandora experience before opening the box?
What internal conflict does Pandora experience before opening the box?
How does the weather mirror the events that unfold as Pandora opens the box?
How does the weather mirror the events that unfold as Pandora opens the box?
Which of the following best describes the immediate consequences of opening Pandora’s box?
Which of the following best describes the immediate consequences of opening Pandora’s box?
What is the significance of Pandora’s struggle to untie the knot on the box?
What is the significance of Pandora’s struggle to untie the knot on the box?
Why might the author have chosen to depict the 'earthly Troubles' as having 'bats' wings and terribly long stingers in their tails'?
Why might the author have chosen to depict the 'earthly Troubles' as having 'bats' wings and terribly long stingers in their tails'?
What does the story suggest about the impact of Pandora’s actions on the world?
What does the story suggest about the impact of Pandora’s actions on the world?
How does Epimetheus's reaction to the opening of the box differ from Pandora's?
How does Epimetheus's reaction to the opening of the box differ from Pandora's?
The story states that 'the children of the earth, who before had seemed ageless, now grew older.' What does this imply about the world before Pandora opened the box?
The story states that 'the children of the earth, who before had seemed ageless, now grew older.' What does this imply about the world before Pandora opened the box?
Considering Pandora's motivations, which character trait most contributes to her decision to open the box?
Considering Pandora's motivations, which character trait most contributes to her decision to open the box?
The story mentions that the troubles 'pestered and tormented the people everywhere that none of them so much as smiled for many days afterward.' What does this suggest about the nature of these troubles?
The story mentions that the troubles 'pestered and tormented the people everywhere that none of them so much as smiled for many days afterward.' What does this suggest about the nature of these troubles?
How does the story contrast the world before and after Pandora opened the box in terms of human experience?
How does the story contrast the world before and after Pandora opened the box in terms of human experience?
Why is Epimetheus particularly vulnerable to the troubles released from the box?
Why is Epimetheus particularly vulnerable to the troubles released from the box?
The winged troubles escape and 'pestered and tormented the people everywhere.' What does this imply about the scope of the consequences of Pandora's actions?
The winged troubles escape and 'pestered and tormented the people everywhere.' What does this imply about the scope of the consequences of Pandora's actions?
Flashcards
Who is Epimetheus?
Who is Epimetheus?
A Titan in Greek mythology, brother of Prometheus, known for his afterthought.
Who is Pandora?
Who is Pandora?
The first human woman in Greek mythology, known for opening a forbidden box.
What is Pandora's Box?
What is Pandora's Box?
A container given to Epimetheus, holding unknown contents that Pandora was curious about.
What was the 'tender infancy' of the world like?
What was the 'tender infancy' of the world like?
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What was Pandora's main character flaw?
What was Pandora's main character flaw?
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What clues show who gave the box?
What clues show who gave the box?
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What is the serpent staff?
What is the serpent staff?
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What is the main idea of the story?
What is the main idea of the story?
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Who was Hermes?
Who was Hermes?
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What did Hermes imply?
What did Hermes imply?
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What was Epimetheus doing?
What was Epimetheus doing?
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What did the box look like?
What did the box look like?
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What did the face seem to say?
What did the face seem to say?
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What made the box hard to open?
What made the box hard to open?
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What drove Pandora to open the box?
What drove Pandora to open the box?
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What happened when Pandora opened the box?
What happened when Pandora opened the box?
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What action did Pandora take?
What action did Pandora take?
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What happened to Epimetheus?
What happened to Epimetheus?
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What did the creatures look like?
What did the creatures look like?
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What 'earthly Troubles' escaped?
What 'earthly Troubles' escaped?
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What did the Troubles do?
What did the Troubles do?
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How were Pandora and Epimetheus affected?
How were Pandora and Epimetheus affected?
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What did Pandora hear after the troubles escaped?
What did Pandora hear after the troubles escaped?
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Study Notes
- This story tells of Epimetheus, a Titan, and Pandora, a female sent by Zeus as his companion.
- Pandora is curious about a mysterious box that Epimetheus is forbidden to open.
Setting and Initial Happiness
- The story is set long ago when the world was young and innocent.
- Children lived a carefree life with no dangers, troubles, need for clothes, or lack of food.
- Life consisted of sport, dancing, and joyful sounds.
Pandora's Curiosity and Disobedience
- Pandora is preoccupied with the box, questioning its origin and contents.
- She urges Epimetheus to open the box, but he refuses due to the condition it was given.
- Hermes brought both Pandora and the box, which increases Pandora's expectations of pleasant contents.
- One day, while Epimetheus is away, Pandora examines the box.
- It is beautifully crafted with intricate figures and a mischievous face.
- Overcome with curiosity, Pandora unties the knot securing the box.
- Despite knowing she will be suspected, she decides to open it.
The Release of Troubles
- Opening the box causes darkness, thunder, and a swarm of winged creatures to emerge.
- These creatures are earthly Troubles, including evil Passions, Cares, Sorrows, Diseases, and Pains.
- The Troubles sting both Epimetheus and Pandora.
- The released Troubles torment humanity, causing sadness and aging.
The Remaining Spirit
- Pandora and Epimetheus are left in their cottage, stung and upset.
- Pandora hears a gentle tapping from inside the box.
- A sweet voice asks to be released, but Pandora refuses, remembering the consequences.
- Pandora leaves the box sealed, burying it far beneath the soil
- The spirit of Hope remains trapped inside the box.
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Explore the classic myth of Pandora's Box. Pandora's curiosity leads her to open a forbidden box, unleashing unforeseen consequences upon the world. This story delves into themes of temptation, disobedience, and the loss of innocence.
