The Great Deluge Study Questions

Bring on the tough stuff - there's not just one right answer.

Why is Zeus so disgusted with humanity?
Do you agree with Zeus's verdict? Why, or why not?
How do Pyrrha and Deucalion regenerate humanity?
Compare and contrast this myth with the tale of Utanapishtim in the Epic of Gilgamesh and the story of Noah in the Bible.
Research the various theories on why so many cultures have their own version of the flood myth. Explain which theory makes the most sense to you and why. If you think they're all wrong, explain that too. This link is a good place to start.