Question
Read the passage: "Like Hercules facing the Hydra, Sarah tackled her mounting homework assignments." What does this allusion suggest?
(1 point)
Responses
Sarah is physically strong.
Sarah is physically strong.
Sarah faces an overwhelming task.
Sarah faces an overwhelming task.
Sarah enjoys Greek mythology.
Sarah enjoys Greek mythology.
Sarah works slowly but steadily.
(1 point)
Responses
Sarah is physically strong.
Sarah is physically strong.
Sarah faces an overwhelming task.
Sarah faces an overwhelming task.
Sarah enjoys Greek mythology.
Sarah enjoys Greek mythology.
Sarah works slowly but steadily.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The allusion to Hercules facing the Hydra suggests that Sarah faces an overwhelming task. The Hydra is a multi-headed serpent that grows back two heads for each one that is cut off, symbolizing challenges that multiply rather than diminish. Thus, the correct response is:
**Sarah faces an overwhelming task.**
**Sarah faces an overwhelming task.**