Descriptive language
Figurative language
Plot/conflict/resolution
Character Development
POV/Theme/Setting
100
In the story "Pandora", what word best characterizes the overall tone of the passage? A Vengeful B Humorous C Secretive D Joyful
C Secretive
100
Read this sentences from the passage "Pandora". "But the sunlight lanced through the window, and the box sparkled and seemed to be winking at her." Which literary device is used in the sentence above? A Onomatopoeia B alliteration C simile D personification
D personification
100
What event leads to Zeus creating Pandora? A Zeus is seeking revenge for Man accepting the fire stolen from the gods. B Epimetheus married Pandora and this was a wedding gift. C Prometheus made his brother, Epimetheus, steal the fire from the gods. D All the gods came together and gave gifts to Pandora.
A Zeus is seeking revenge for Man accepting the fire stolen from the gods.
100
How does Pandora's character change from the beginning to the end of the story? A She goes from being a beautiful woman to being evil B She changes from a mildly curious woman to a woman driven mad by curiosity. C She went from a young girl to a grown up accepting all her responsibilities D Pandora went from happy and content to sad and resentful.
B She changes from a mildly curious woman to a woman driven mad by curiosity.
100
In Pandora, what is Pandora's opinion of Hermes? A She avoids him and doesn't like him very much B She believes he is always playing tricks C She knows the gods can not be trusted and Hermes is a god D She is his best friend and admires him greatly
B She believes he is always playing tricks
200
In the poem "Pandora's Box", which word or phrase creates a tone of anger? A "save your stories for someone who cares" B "and everything inside was lost" C "Where's that gonna leave us?" D "every single one of your feelings are clear"
A "save your stories for someone who cares"
200
Read this line from the story "Pandora". "It rolled away as lightly as a pebble." Which literary device is used in the sentence above? A Metaphor B Simile C Hyperbole D Allusion
B Simile
200
In the story, "Pandora", what event is the climax of the story? A When Pandora snuck out of the house to dig up the box. B When Pandora was given the golden box and told not to open it. C When Pandora was given to Epimetheus as a gift D When Pandora opens the box.
D When Pandora opens the box.
200
What pair of words best describes the narrator's attitude toward the evils being released into the world and Foreboding being trapped? A upset, angry B Hopeful, grateful C surprised, upset D scared, shocked
B Hopeful, grateful
200
In the story "Pandora", which sentence from the passage mostly expresses its theme? A But even as she was telling herself this, she knew it was not so-that the box must not be opened.. B He began to plan how to punish man for accepting it. C For though he (man) can bear endless trouble, he cannot live with no hope at all. D And when their time comes, they fly and sting- and bring pain and sorrow and death.
C For though he (man) can bear endless trouble, he cannot live with no hope at all.
300
In the story "Pandora" IN PARAGRAPH 10, how does the author's use of descriptive language help the reader know what to expect? A By using words about light, the reader knows that Pandora will wake her husband. B by using descriptive language, the reader has a clear picture about how the gods have been torturing her mind. C By using words about light, the reader knows Pandora will open the box to find out the truth about what's inside. D by using descriptive language, the reader questions the gods loyalty to Pandora.
C By using words about light, the reader knows Pandora will open the box to find out the truth about what's inside.
300
Read these lines from the poem "Pandora's Box" "You broke the lock on Pandora's Box And everything inside was lost." What does Pandora's Box in the line above symbolize? A Pandora letting the evil out of the box B a relationship that is broken C someone breaking a lock on a box D the goodness and love in the world
B a relationship that is broken
300
What is the main conflict in the poem "Pandora's Box"? A Zeus angry with Man B The speaker of the poem arguing with his partner C Pandora trying to control her curiosity D Zeus angry with Epimetheus
B The speaker of the poem arguing with his partner
300
In the story Pandora, what word best describes the character, Zeus? A thrilled B comfortable C relieved D Vengeful
D Vengeful
300
Why is the setting at the beginning of the story "Pandora" important? A By the story starting out on Mount Olympus, it shows the reader that Pandora is very important and powerful because she was created by the gods in their home. B By the story starting out on Earth in the home of Epimetheus, Pandora is shown as "human" and insignificant. C By starting the story out on Mount Olympus, the reader sees the power of the gods and how they are unified with Zeus against man, ready to punish man for stealing the fire. D By starting the story out on Earth, we see how man views the gods and is not threatened by them.
C By starting the story out on Mount Olympus, the reader sees the power of the gods and how they are unified with Zeus against man, ready to punish man for stealing the fire.
400
Read the sentence below. "She took it the, locked it in a heavy oaken chest, put great SHACKLES on the chest, and dug a hole in her garden." What does SHACKLES mean? A chains B special little houses C decorations D keys
A chains
400
From the poem "Pandora's Box", read the following line... "I WON'T WASTE my time explaining" What literary device is used in the above sentence. A simile B metaphor C hyperbole D alliteration
D alliteration
400
In the story "Pandora", what in the passage indicates the conflict is resolved? A Pandora opens the box. B Epimetheus finds his wife dead. C The evils of the world are loose and Zeus' punishment has been handed out to man. D Pandora has fainted
C The evils of the world are loose and Zeus' punishment has been handed out to man.
400
What is significant about Pandora's name? A Her name is important because she gives everything of herself to save the world. B Her name reflects how the gods see her. C Because she was made by the gods, she was named for them All-Gifted, thus all mankind must give her things. D Her name - All-Gifted signifies she has been given many gifts (beauty, talent, grace, etc..) by the gods, and now she is a gift to Epimetheus and soon, she will give the gift of evil to Man.
D Her name - All-Gifted signifies she has been given many gifts (beauty, talent, grace, etc..) by the gods, and now she is a gift to Epimetheus and soon, she will give the gift of evil to Man.
400
Which of the following statements expresses the theme of the poem, "Pandora's Box"? A A relationship in trouble B Theft of a prized possession C Nightmares last forever D Don't let curiosity make you do something you'll regret
A A relationship in trouble
500
Read the sentence below. "Then, half-fainting, sinking to her knees, Pandora, with her last bit of strength, CLUTCHED the box and slammed down the lid - catching the last little monster just as it was wriggling free." What does CLUTCHED mean? A to pick up B to hold on tightly C to throw down D to place gently
B to hold on tightly
500
In the poem "Pandora's Box", what does the speaker mean in the following line... "Even if you ran around picking up the pieces Even if you find them all, where's that gonna leave us? Right here dealing with a box Top wide open with a broken lock." A The speaker means that the relationship is going to be better now that all their troubles are set free. B The speaker means that she has a puzzle that can't be put back together C The speaker means that there is no fixing the problems between them because all their secrets are out and can't be taken back. D The speaker means that she broke the box and is sorry she can't fix it.
C The speaker means that there is no fixing the problems between them because all their secrets are out and can't be taken back.
500
In the story "Pandora", how do Hermes' comments contribute to the development of the story? A his comments trick Epimetheus into trusting that the gift of Pandora is proof that the gods are not angry with him. B his comments are clear proof that the gods are not angry with him C His comments show that the gods do not lie D His comments show that the gods are forgiving
A his comments trick Epimetheus into trusting that the gift of Pandora is proof that the gods are not angry with him.
500
In the story "Pandora", why was Hera's gift of curiosity so important to the story? A It showed that curiosity is a strength and helpful in solving problems. B Without curiosity, Pandora would never have asked to go down to Earth to begin with. C Without the strong sense of curiosity, Pandora would have been able to resist the urge to open the box, and thus ruin Zeus' plan to punish man. D Curiosity made Pandora ugly and hated by the reader. The trait of curiosity was the author's way of making us dislike Pandora.
C Without the strong sense of curiosity, Pandora would have been able to resist the urge to open the box, and thus ruin Zeus' plan to punish man.
500
How do Hermes' comments contribute to the development of the plot? A Hermes' comments reflect his sense of humor which lead to Pandora thinking he is trying to trick her, thus justifying her opening the box. B Hermes' comments set up the trap that will eventually lead to the punishment of all mankind. C Hermes' comments are lies to Pandora, thus showing that Hermes is lying to everyone. D Hermes' comments help set up the resolution to the conflict by foreshadowing how the story will end.
B Hermes' comments set up the trap that will eventually lead to the punishment of all mankind.
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