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Grade 8
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A worksheet covering Classic Literature Extracts with a focus on mythology themes, designed for Grade 8 students.
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A Mythical Dawn
In the twilight of the ancient world, where gods and mortals intertwined in tales as old as time, a whisper of myth stirred the shadows. Aurora, the goddess of dawn, gazed across the horizon, her golden hues igniting the sky as if to herald the awakening of an era filled with divine intervention and mortal fate. Legends spoke of her ethereal presence—her voice like chimes in a gentle breeze and her touch capable of heralding new beginnings or eternal night. As the mortal inhabitants of the land looked upward, they whispered stories of heroes and monsters, of gods who shaped the world with their whims and passions. This mythic tapestry was woven through generations, echoing themes of heroism, fate, and rebirth, reminding all that even in darkness, the promise of dawn persisted.
1.
What overall theme is conveyed in this extract?
[2 marks]2.
Identify a literary technique used to depict Aurora’s presence and explain its effect.
[3 marks]3.
Which mythological themes are emphasized in the passage?
[1 mark]Aa) Love and betrayal
Bb) Heroism and fate
Cc) Power and greed
Dd) Revenge and justice
4.
Describe how the mention of 'heroes and monsters' contributes to the mythic atmosphere.
[4 marks]5.
What role does the metaphor of dawn play in the narrative?
[2 marks]6.
Analyze how the author uses language to evoke a mystical atmosphere.
[4 marks]7.
Create a short myth inspired by the themes in the extract, focusing on the concept of dawn as a symbol of rebirth. Include at least three key elements.
[5 marks]8.
Identify one example of personification in the extract and explain its effect.
[2 marks]9.
Discuss how the extract reflects the importance of myths in shaping human understanding of natural phenomena.
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- 1/1/2026
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