Comment Myths 4

1. Why was Hera disappointed when Hephaestus was born? What did she do with him?

She was disappointed because he was shriveled, ugly and nobody celebrated the birth.

2. Who saved Hephaestus

Thetis

3. What made Hera change her mind about her son? What did Hephaestus become the g-d of?

She changed her mind when Hephaestus showed he had talent with his hands. He was able to fix tools, and fix different things using tools.

4. Compare Hephaestus and Apollo. How do their appearances differ?

Apollo was very beautiful, and Heaphaestus was unappealing and not good looking.

5. How was Aphrodite "created"? How is this birth similar to Athene's?

Aphrodite was created from a murder, she came out of the person's head when he died.

6. What gifts Aphrodite promised by her suitors?

Poseidon offered her gems, the sunset, and drowned sailors.

7. Which husband did Aphrodite choose? Do you think she chose wisely? Why/Why not?

She chose Hephaestus because he was nice, great with his hands, and a generous person.

8. Which g-ddess is most powerful: Demeter, Artemis or Aphrodite? Explain the reasoning behind your choice?

Aphrodite because she chose love or power, and that shows she is smart and she had the "self- power" to make smart choices.