Question

read the summary of the contemporary novel jurassic park.
a wealthy businessman uses modern dna technology to bring dinosaurs back from extinction. he breeds many varieties of dinosaurs and plans to open a theme park where visitors can see them. however, the dinosaurs soon escape their pens and wreak havoc across the park, resulting in death and destruction.
how did ancient greek mythological literature most likely influence this story?
○ through the emphasis on scientific advances
○ through the use of frightening creatures
○ through the emphasis on natural settings
○ through the use of everyday occupations

Explanation:

Ancient Greek mythological literature often features terrifying creatures (e.g., monsters like the Minotaur, Hydra) that cause chaos. In Jurassic Park, dinosaurs (frightening creatures) escape and bring destruction, similar to how mythological creatures create turmoil. The other options: scientific advances aren’t a focus of Greek myth, natural settings alone don’t link, and everyday occupations aren’t a mythological theme.

Answer:

B. through the use of frightening creatures