Characters
Who is Prometheus?
A god who created humans and cared for them
What did Prometheus create?
Human-like creatures
What does “forbade” mean?
“Forbade” means ordered not to do something.
What lesson can we learn from Prometheus?
Helping others may require courage and sacrifice.
Who is Zeus?
The king of the gods
What did Prometheus teach the humans?
How to use their hands and minds
What is a “chariot”?
A “chariot” is a vehicle pulled by horses, often used by gods.
Why did Zeus fear the humans?
Zeus feared that humans might become too powerful.
Who is Helios?
The sun god, whose chariot gave fire
What gift did Prometheus steal for the humans?
He stole fire from the chariot of Helios.
What does “furious” mean?
“Furious” means extremely angry.
Why is fire important in the story?
Fire represents knowledge, progress, and power.
Who rescued Prometheus?
Heracles
How did Zeus punish Prometheus?
Zeus chained Prometheus to a rock for many centuries.
What does “punishment” mean?
“Punishment” means a consequence for doing something wrong.
How did Prometheus show bravery?
Prometheus was brave because he disobeyed Zeus to help humans, knowing he’d be punished.
Why did Prometheus help humans?
Because he loved his creations and wanted to help them
What did Zeus do to the humans after they got fire?
He punished the humans by sending incurable diseases, plague, and fever.
What does “cultivate” mean in the story?
“Cultivate” means to grow or farm the land.
What message does the story give about disobedience?
Disobedience can bring consequences, but sometimes it's done for a good reason.