Story Elements
What is a protagonist? (2 Parts)
The main character. They face the conflict.
Who taught Mulan to ride and fight like a soldier?
Her father
Who are the 3 brothers of Greek Mythology? (Sons of Cronus)
Zeus, Poseidon, Hades
What does Ares do if he gets wounded in battle?
Scream and run home.
Gaea
What is the inciting incident?
This is the start to the plot. It begins the conflict that the character will have to solve.
Who are the Hero Twins?
Xblanque and Hunaphu
What are Poseidon's nicknames?
The sea god, earth-shaker, storm bringer.
Which of Zeus's children asked never to marry?
Artemis
What is the difference between mortal and immortal?
Mortals can die and immortals cannot.
What is the Climax?
The turning point in the story. This is the most exciting part.
Who is the Japanese goddess of the sun?
Ameterasu
Who gave up their throne on Olympus for Dionysus?
Hestia
Hephaestus is the god of smiths and forging. What are 3 things he has made?
The thrones on Mt. Olympus, robots of gold and silver, the god's weapons, and chariots.
Dionysus turned pirates into what animals?
Dolphins
What is the difference between a physical and a personality trait?
A physical trait describes what someone looks like and a personality trait describes how they act.
What is Olorun's power?
He creates life.
What was the world like when Persephone was missing?
Flowers wilted, crops died, the weather was cold, and people starved.
Who was Zeus' favorite child?
Athena
Why does Persephone have to stay in the Underworld with Hades?
Because she ate 3 Pomegranate seeds, so she needs to stay in the Underworld for 3 months.
What are the 3 types of external conflict?
Character vs. Character
Character vs. Society
Character vs. Nature
Who are the gods of the sun and moon?
Xblanque and Hunaphu
What are the symbols for Poseidon, Zeus, and Hades?
Lightning Bolt, Trident, Helm of Darkness (invisibility hat)
How did Apollo win the Oracle of Delphi?
He killed the python.
When Hermes was on trial for stealing Apollo's cows, how did the gods vote if he was guilty? (NOT what was their vote).
They threw stones called cairns at the feet of Hermes to say he was innocent.