10 Questions
What was Pygmalion's profession?
Sculptor
Why did Pygmalion decide to remain celibate?
He could not find a woman who met his high standards
How did Pygmalion create the sculpture of Galatea?
He sculpted her out of marble
What did Pygmalion do that showed his love for the sculpture of Galatea?
He treated her as a real woman and even slept next to her
How did Galatea become a real woman?
She was transformed by the goddess Aphrodite after Pygmalion's plea
According to the passage, what was the primary reason for Pygmalion's trip to Cyprus?
To access high-quality marble for sculpting
What can be inferred about Pygmalion's attitude towards real women?
He was highly critical and saw faults in them
Which of the following best describes Pygmalion's dedication to sculpting Galatea?
He dedicated himself to every detail with meticulous care
What can be inferred about Pygmalion's emotional state towards the sculpture of Galatea?
He treated her as a real woman and fell in love with her
Which goddess did Pygmalion plead to, ultimately leading to Galatea's transformation into a real woman?
Aphrodite
Study Notes
- Pygmalion was a skilled sculptor who traveled to Cyprus to access high-quality marble for his works.
- He was very demanding in his search for a wife but could only see faults in real women, so he decided on celibacy.
- Using his imagination, Pygmalion sculpted a perfect woman named Galatea out of marble, dedicating himself to every detail.
- Pygmalion fell in love with his sculpture, treating her as a real woman and even sleeping next to her.
- After a plea to the goddess Aphrodite, Galatea was transformed into a real woman, and she and Pygmalion got married, eventually giving birth to Paphos.
Test your knowledge of the myth of Pygmalion and Galatea, a story from Greek mythology where a sculptor falls in love with his own creation. Learn about how their love story unfolds and the role of the goddess Aphrodite.
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