Question 1

Cassandra chose death rather than give in to Apollo's sexual demands. She is an example of the &#34;Bride of Death&#34; figure.

Accepted Answer

Cassandra, in Greek mythology, rejected Apollo's advances and was cursed by him, leading to her tragic fate, which aligns with the "Bride of Death" archetype where a woman faces death rather than compromising her values or autonomy.

Question 2

Although most Greek women were expected to be submissive and obedient, at least they had many mythical models of a different kind of woman-strong and independent-who was able to escape the life that society planned for her.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

The hero-impersonator Atalanta really had very limited options and was not able to escape marriage despite her intelligence, strength, and speed.

Accepted Answer

Atalanta's options were limited in ancient Greek society as she was a woman and expected to marry. Despite her abilities and achievements, she eventually had to agree to marry in order to avoid a forced marriage arranged by her father.

Question 4

The only way a woman/heroine could achieve immortality was through the cults and offerings, which commemorated her by name.

Accepted Answer

Women in ancient myths and stories could achieve immortality through various means, not just through cults and offerings. For example, some were granted immortality by gods or through magical means in the stories.

Question 5

Ino's story typifies myths about Greek women who attain divinity in that&#10;A) her name is changed when she becomes divine.&#10;B) she has many happy children.&#10;C) she achieves divinity because she is a loyal wife.&#10;D) she achieves divinity because she never hurt her children.

Accepted Answer

Ino's story is a typical example of a Greek myth where a woman's name is changed upon becoming divine. Ino becomes Leucothea, a sea goddess, after her transformation. This name change signifies her new divine status and role.

Question 6

The Amazons were a strong, warlike race of women whom the Greeks pointed out to young girls as appropriate role models.

Accepted Answer

The Amazons were indeed depicted as a strong, warlike race of women in Greek mythology, but they were not pointed out as role models for young girls. Instead, they were often portrayed as adversaries of the Greeks and were used in myths to exemplify the exotic and dangerous, embodying the antithesis of the ideal Greek woman.

Question 7

Psyche is a late example-and one of only a few-of the &#34;victorious heroine.&#34; Which of the following does not characterize her &#34;heroic career&#34;?&#10;A) A journey to the Underworld&#10;B) Complex and difficult tasks or labors&#10;C) Assistance by natural elements&#10;D) A mad attack in which she kills her husband and children

Accepted Answer

The choice of a mad attack in which she kills her husband and children does not characterize Psyche's heroic career. This event has never happened in her story.

Question 8

Unlike their patron goddess, Artemis, the young girls who participated in the Brauronia could not hold onto their wildness, independence, and virginity.

Accepted Answer

The Brauronia was a festival in which young girls dressed up as bears and performed rituals dedicated to Artemis. However, unlike Artemis who was known for her independence, virginity, and wildness, the girls who participated in the Brauronia were expected to eventually get married and conform to societal expectations.

Question 9

If a woman/heroine was a loyal and obedient wife, mother, or daughter, her life always ended happily.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. A woman's happiness and success in life should not solely depend on her obedience and loyalty towards her family members. Women have the right to pursue their own dreams and aspirations, and their worth should not be determined by fulfilling traditional gender roles. This statement also reinforces patriarchal norms and expectations of women's roles in society.

Question 10

A Greek woman who heard the story of Psyche's frightening marriage to Cupid/Eros would probably have understood the new bride's feelings and predicament.

Accepted Answer

The story of Psyche and Cupid/Eros was a popular myth in ancient Greek culture, and many Greeks would have been familiar with it. Therefore, a Greek woman hearing about Psyche's situation would likely have been able to relate to her feelings and understand the challenges she faced in her marriage.

Deck 11: Heroines of Myth: Women in Many Roles