Greek Mythology Research Paper

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1. The genre of this story would be Myth because it is an ancient greek story that is referring to how and why the spider was created. Although it may not be completely real it explains some practice, rite, and phenomenon of nature.

2. This is a traditional and legendary story, concerning the attitude and arrogance of a maiden named Arachne who claims to be the best weaver. She is soon put into her place by her own creator in which she challenged to be better than. This myth is not only a story but a lesson. I grew up reading a lot of greek mythology stories and many of them seem to end with someones actions being brought to justice or perpetuated in righteousness. It was an irony for the cocky weaver to be turned into a spider for having

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