Read the excerpt from The Metamorphoses by Ovid.
"You would suppose that men had conspired to be wicked; let all men speedily feel that vengeance which they deserve to endure, for such is my determination."
Soon as Jupiter beholds the world overflowed by liquid waters, and sees that but one man remains out of so many thousands of late, and sees that but one woman remains out of so many thousands of late, both guiltless, and both worshippers of the Gods, he disperses the clouds; and the showers being removed by the North Wind, he both lays open the earth to the heavens, and the heavens to the earth....
[Deucalion said,] "Now the mortal race exists in us two alone. Thus it has seemed good to the Gods, and we remain as mere samples of mankind."
How is the adaptation similar to the original?
A. It explains why Jupiter is angry with humans.
B. It explains why Prometheus saves Deucalion.
C. It says that Prometheus betrays Jupiter.
D. It says that Deucalion survives the flood.
Answer (2)
The adaptation of Ovid's story reflects the original themes, particularly regarding Jupiter's anger and the survival of Deucalion. It highlights the despair felt by the gods over humanity’s corruption and emphasizes Deucalion's role in repopulating mankind. Ultimately, it showcases the enduring nature of human stories and their ability to adapt while retaining core messages. ;
The adaptation retains the original themes from Ovid's The Metamorphoses , focusing on Jupiter's anger towards humanity and the survival of Deucalion. I have chosen option D, as it highlights that Deucalion survives the flood, symbolizing hope for the continuation of mankind. This core aspect reflects the divine decision to preserve some semblance of humanity after the catastrophic events brought about by Jupiter's wrath.
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