Hercules Review Worksheet
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Hercules Review
Greek Myths • Grade 2 Read-Aloud Lesson 7
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Meet the Characters
Write the correct letter in each box.
1. Hercules
The mighty hero
2. Zeus
King of the gods
3. Theseus
King of Athens
4. Apollo
God of wisdom
A. A true friend who rode to Hercules and welcomed him to Athens.
B. The god Hercules must visit to learn how to master his temper.
C. Had the strength of a lion, but struggled with a terrible temper.
D. Hercules's father and the ruler of all the Greek gods.
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Story Check
Fill in the bubble next to the best answer.
1. Why did the Greeks tell Hercules he could no longer live among them?
A. He forgot how to use his strength to protect the town.
B. His temper was so dangerous that people feared for their safety.
C. He wanted to go live alone in the mountains forever.
2. What did Hercules do during the three years he was banished?
A. He helped people in dreadful danger, even when nobody thanked him.
B. He sailed across the ocean to find a brand new palace.
C. He spent all day resting and having grand celebrations.
3. How did Theseus prove he was a loyal, brave friend?
A. He challenged Hercules to a wrestling match.
B. He risked his crown and took Hercules by the hand to help him.
C. He ordered all Athenians to lock their doors.
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Myth Vocabulary
Complete each sentence with a word from the box.
aimlessly • commotion • dreadful
- When Hercules walked by, the frightened family made quite a noisy
as they ran inside.
- Without a home or a plan, Hercules wandered
through the wilderness.
- Hercules defeated fierce monsters whenever a
danger threatened people.
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Hercules Review • Page 2
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Word Work: Aimlessly or Purposefully?
Aimlessly means without a plan or purpose. The opposite is purposefully (with a clear goal). Circle the word that describes each action:
1. Doodling swirls and shapes on paper without any plan
Aimlessly Purposefully
2. Walking straight to school so you are not late for the bell
Aimlessly Purposefully
3. Wandering around outside looking at bugs with nowhere to go
Aimlessly Purposefully
4. Writing a thank-you letter to a friend
Aimlessly Purposefully
5. Running laps in P.E. class to finish your fitness test
Aimlessly Purposefully
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Cause and Effect
Draw a line from each Cause to its Effect.
Cause (Why it happened)
Hercules had a quick, uncontrollable temper and hurt others.
Theseus believed in justice and cared deeply for his friend.
Effect (What happened next)
He invited Hercules to live safely with the people of Athens.
The Greeks banished Hercules and forced him to wander in exile.
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Think & Write: Is Hercules a Hero?
In the lesson, we discussed what makes someone a hero. Do you think Hercules is a hero? Write 2 sentences to share your opinion. Use the lines below.
Sentence 1:
Sentence 2:
"One must be brave to face a monster, but braver still to do what is right when all are against you."
