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Thursday 2 April 2015

Word Origins-Myths and Legends

Adonis: A hansom young man that lived in Greek was a legend that made beauty in his country.

Amazon: A member of a legendary nation of women warriors reputed to have lived in ancient Scythia.

Atlas: Greek Mythology A Titan condemned by Zeus to support the heavens upon his shoulders.

Discord: Is a lack of agreement or disagreement between people.

Flora:  Is a beautiful lady with flowers in her hair.

Midas Touch: Midas is a famous king in Greek.(King Midas) He he had the ability to turn anything into gold with a touch of his hand. He found out that it want a curse and he couldn't eat and couldn't survive.

Sword Of Damocles: Damocles was one those who believed that being a king was the easiest thing in the world. He thought the job involved eating good food, drinking good wine and in general having a wonderful time.

Siren: Sirens were like mermaids or fairy's that are amazing at singing. But when ever they sore ships they try to lure them by singing beautiful singing and kill them.

This is my Word Origins-Myths and Legends. Rm 5 did this with Mr Strang. We had to search up the definition for these words.

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