Pandora's Box
adapted from The Paradise of Children
The first thing Pandora saw in the cottage was a great box, and she asked, "Epimetheus, what have you in that box?"
"My dear Pandora," answered Epimetheus, "The box was left here to be kept safely, and I do not myself know what it contains."
However, Pandora was not happy with Epimetheus's explanation.
"Let's open the box," Pandora said, "and see its contents." Nevertheless, Epimetheus forbade her to.
One fine morning when Epimetheus was out, Pandora examined the beautiful shiny wooden box; she could not resist her curiosity and opened the heavy lid. Instantly, the cottage grew dark as if a black cloud had swept over the sun and a crowd of strange, odd-looking creatures flew out of it, and Pandora became afraid and started to cry.
1
How does the use of foreshadowing help the reader understand Epimetheus's actions?
A.
Even though he is patient with Pandora, Epimetheus does not think they are safe with the box and tries to warn everyone that it will cause great harm.
B.
Even though he says he does not know what is in the box, Epimetheus's warning to Pandora lets the reader know that Epimetheus already knows it is dangerous.
C.
Epimetheus's warning to Pandora shows that he does not trust her, and he doesn't think she should touch anything that does not belong to her.
D.
Epimetheus is often asked to keep things safe because he is a wise and trusted person, and that is why he was asked to keep the box safe.