Reading Plus Answers Level A

1. This story is a myth. Often, a myth may teach a lesson. The main lesson in this story is: 

Answer: ‘too much pride can be a bad thing.’

2. According to the story, Arachne was: 

Answer: ‘a young woman.’

3. The great weaver in the story is a goddess. Why is this important to know?:

Answer:  ‘A goddess can do things that a human cannot.’

4. From what you have read, which of these sentences is true?:

Answer:  ‘Arachne did not have a teacher.’

5. In this part of the text, what does “move Arachne’s hand” mean?: 

Answer: ‘help Arachne weave.’