Question

Which statement best explains how the modern story transforms the ideas of

the original myth?

A. Shelley illustrates how fire is a useful tool in the right hands, but in

the hands of a child or a violent person, it can become a great

danger.

B. Shelley compares the recklessness of modern scientific discovery

to the recklessness of Prometheus's desire to obtain the power of

the gods.

C. Shelley demonstrates that Frankenstein is a descendant of

Prometheus, and that the mistakes of one's ancestors cannot be

avoided.

D. Shelley shows that science is too great a responsibility for

humanity, and that the practice of scientific discovery should be

left to the gods.

Answer 1

The correct answer is option B. Shelley compares the recklessness of modern scientific discovery to the recklessness of Prometheus's desire to obtain the power of the gods.

Step-by-step explanation:

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In the myth of Prometheus, the titan Prometheus steals the gift of fire from the gods and gives it to humanity. Zeus punishes both humanity and Prometheus. In particular, he chains Prometheus to a rock where an eagle swoops down and eats his liver every day.

In Mary Shelley's novel Frankestein; orm the Modern Prometheus, a driven scientist named Frankestein seeks to understand the secret of life and death. He succeeds in bringing a dead body back to life, but the monster he creates punishes Frankestein for the rest of his days.

In her story, Shelley compares the discovery of the secret of life and death to Prometheus' desire for the power of the gods.

In both cases whoever performs the acts is punished. Prometeheus by Zeus, and the driven scientist by the monster he creates.