Question

The text says that the myth of Arachne “served to warn against the dangers of pride and vanity[.]” How does the story of Arachne demonstrate the dangers of pride and vanity? Use details from the story to support your answer.​

Answer 1

Arachne was so vain and prideful that she believed she was a better spinner and weaver than the goddess Athena. Because of Arachne's vanity and boastfulness, Athena challenged Arachne to a spinning and weaving contest. Arachne lost, and Athena turned her into a spider to ensure that Arachne would never again spin or touch a loom. Through Athena's harsh lesson, this myth demonstrates the dangers and consequences of Arachne's pride and vanity.

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