Travel Writing: Mythology and Place
English
GCSE
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~18 mins
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A worksheet exploring Travel Writing through the lens of Mythology, encouraging analysis and creative engagement with atmospheric descriptions of mythological places.
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Travel Writing: Mythology and Place
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Reading Passage: Mythological Landscapes
Nestled within the mist-shrouded valleys of ancient Greece lies the sacred site of Mount Olympus, where the gods were believed to have dwelled. The ascent is arduous, winding through dense, emerald forests that whisper of secrets long kept by the earth itself. As you climb higher, the air thickens with a sense of divine power, and occasional flashes of light illuminate the peaks, reminiscent of Zeus’s divine lightning. The summit offers a breathtaking panorama: clouds swirling beneath your feet, and the sky ablaze with hues of gold and violet at sunset. Here, the myth of the gods’ immortal realm becomes palpable, woven into the very fabric of the landscape, making every visitor feel part of an age-old legend. The sacred groves, with their ancient olive trees, seem to breathe history and myth into the air, inviting explorers to ponder the divine stories etched into the land’s very bones.
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Identify two descriptive techniques used in the passage to create atmosphere.
[2 marks]2.
What mood is established through the description of Mount Olympus? Explain briefly.
[2 marks]3.
Multiple Choice: Which phrase best evokes the mythological theme of divine power?
[1 mark]Aa) Dense, emerald forests
Bb) Clouds swirling beneath your feet
Cc) The summit offers a breathtaking panorama
Dd) Whisper of secrets long kept
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Describe how the writer uses colour to enhance the atmosphere in the passage.
[3 marks]5.
Analyse the use of personification in the description of the forests.
[5 marks]6.
What is the significance of the olive trees in the context of Greek mythology?
[2 marks]7.
Creative Task: Write a descriptive paragraph (around 150 words) about a mythical place of your choice. Use atmospheric language and include mythological elements to evoke a sense of wonder.
[10 marks]8.
Identify a metaphor used in the passage and explain its effect.
[3 marks]9.
Discuss how the writer’s choice of adjectives contributes to the overall tone of the travel description.
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