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关于中国神话故事的英语PPT Title: Chinese Mythology: Unveiling the Mystical LegendsIntroduction:Chinese mythology is a treasure trove of captivating tales and ancient legends that have been passed down through generations. These mythical stories provide a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and beliefs of the Chinese people. In this article, we will explore the enchanting world of Chinese mythology and discuss the idea of creating an English language PowerPoint presentation (PPT) as a means to share these captivating stories with the world.The Origin of Chinese Mythology:Chinese mythology traces its roots back thousands of years, merging legends, folktales, and religious beliefs. It is deeply intertwined with the Chinese worldview, values, and traditions. The stories often reflect the mystical relationship between humans, nature, and the divine.The Celestial Realm:In Chinese mythology, the celestial realm represents the highest planes of existence. It is adorned with celestial palaces and inhabited by deities. One prominent figure in this realm is the Jade Emperor, who is considered the ruler of all gods.Creation Myth:The creation myth in Chinese mythology revolves around Pangu, a cosmic being who emerged from chaos. Pangu created the world by separating Yin and Yang, creating the earth and sky. Pangu's incredible feat signifies the Chinese belief in the harmony and balance of opposing forces.Legendary Heroes:Chinese mythology is filled with legendary heroes whose exploits have become the stuff of legend. One of the most famous is Hou Yi, an archer who shot down nine of the ten suns that were scorching the earth, bringing much-needed relief to humanity. Another renowned hero is Nezha, a young deity known for his bravery and magical abilities.The Great Flood:The story of the Great Flood is prevalent in many cultures, and Chinese mythology is no exception. According to Chinese mythology, the world was once plagued by a disastrous flood caused by the wrath of the gods. However, a man named Yu the Great, known for his tireless efforts, successfully managed to control and redirect the floodwaters, becoming a symbol of resilience and determination.The Journey to the West:One of the most beloved and well-known tales in Chinese mythology is the epic Journey to the West. The story follows the adventures of the monk Tripitaka (also known as Xuanzang) and his disciples, Monkey King, Pigsy, and Sandy, as they embark on a perilous journey to obtain Buddhist scriptures. Their encounters with demons, gods, and supernatural creatures make for an enthralling narrative that embodies perseverance, friendship, and spiritual growth.The Significance of an English Language PPT:Creating an English language PowerPoint presentation about Chinese mythology allows us to transcend language barriers and introduce this captivating cultural heritage to an international audience. This PPT can serve as an educational resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in learning about different mythological traditions. It would provide a comprehensive overview of the key mythological figures, stories, and cultural significance.Conclusion:Chinese mythology is a vast and intricate tapestry woven from diverse tales and legendary characters. Captivating and enlightening, these stories have the power totransport us to a world where gods, heroes, and mystical creatures roam. By creating an English language PowerPoint presentation, we can bridge cultures and share the wonders of Chinese mythology with a global audience, fostering a deeper appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of China. Let the enchantment of Chinese mythology unfold before our eyes and captivate our hearts.。
Greek MythologyThe beginning of the world❖Chaos❖Gaea (Earth) and Uranus (Heaven)❖Their children --- the original Titans, a group of mighty beings who rules the world.Cronus became leader of the Titans. Scared of being overthrown, Cronus, ate his children. Rhea pretended to give Cronus a child to eat, but it was really a stone. She took Zeus away and raised him secretly. Zeus grew to be a mature Titan. He challenged Cronus, won, and freed his siblings from Cronus’ belly.❖Zeus and his siblings became the mighty Olympians.The OlympiansZues❖the god of the heaven and ruler of the Olympian gods❖lord of the sky, the rain god and the cloud gatherer❖His wielded thunderbolt and Shield of Zeus/ the Aegis❖His bird was the eagle, his tree the oak.Hera❖Queen of Heaven❖the supreme goddess, goddess of marriage and childbirth❖Her sacred animals are the cow and the peacock.Apollo❖the son of Zeus and Leto; The Greek god who personified youthful masculinity, and a god of many roles.❖the god of light and sun❖the god of archery❖the god of music and poetry❖the god of truth and prophesy（预言）, is famous for his oracle at Delphi❖His tree was the laurel. The crow his bird. The dolphin his animal.Athena❖The goddess of intelligent activity, arts and war❖The daughter of Zeus. She was born from the head of Zeus.❖The goddess of the city, handicrafts, and agriculture.❖The embodiment of wisdom, reason, and purity❖Her tree is the olive. The owl is her bird.Artemis❖the goddess of the hunt, animals, childbirth and moon; daughter of Leto and twin sister of ApolloAphrodite❖The goddess of love, desire and beauty❖The protectress of sailors❖The myrtle（香桃木）is her tree. The dove, the swan, and the sparrow her birds.❖Her favorite lover is the god of war, Ares.Other Gods and Goddesses to Know❖PrometheusPrometheus was one of the Titans. He stole the sacred fire from Zeus and the gods. Prometheus is also the benefactor of humankind. According to another tradition, Prometheus actually created humanity, shaping the first man and woman out of clay and water. He created the first man from clay(陶土). After that, Athena（雅典娜）give the man soul and holy life. In punishment, Zeus commanded that Prometheus be chained for eternity in the Caucasus. There, an eagle would eat his liver, and each day the liver would be renewed. So the punishment was endless.As punishment for these Prometheus’s rebellion acts, Zeus also ord ered the creation of Pandora (the first woman) as a means to deliver misfortune into the house of man, or as a way to cheat mankind of the company of the good spirits.Prometheus didn't gave up to Zeus and choose to bear the pain day after day until Hercules (海格力斯) came to save him by shooting the eagle and breaking up the chain.Having done lots of benefits to human, Prometheus is widely glorified by people. Now Prometheus is used to describe someone who is willing to help others or who is willing to sacri fice himself for others’ sake.❖Eros ( Cupid): son of Aphrodite and AresEros and Psyche❖SirensSirens were evil creatures who lived on a rocky island, singing in beautiful voices in an effortto lure sailors to shipwreck and death.❖OdysseusFamous hero of the Trojan wars, who on the sea trip home offends Poseidon, who raises wind and sea to keep him from getting home. Homer, the blind poet recounts all of adventures the Odysseus and his crew have. The poem "Odyssey" and the one about the Trojan wars, "The Illiad" are the longest poems in the Western world. The two compose Homeric epic. Odysseus is renowned for his guile and resourcefulness, and is hence known as Odysseus the Cunning. He is most famous for his Trojan Horse trick..❖Musesthe goddesses of inspiration, learning, the arts, and culture.The daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne. They inspired and presided over the different creative arts. They are Calliope (the muse of epic poetry), Clio (history), Erato (love poetry), Euterpe (lyric poetry), Melpomene (tragedy), Polyhymnia (sacred song), Terpsichore (dance), Thalia (comedy), and Urania (astronomy).Stories❖Zeus and EuropaAt first sight of Europa, Zeus is instantly overcome by her beauty and grace. He assumes the form of a glorious white bull and swims to her.Europa climbs upon his back for a little ride. As soon as she is safely seated, the bull moves toward the sea. They together cross the water eventually to the island of Crete. Upon arriving in Crete, Zeus finally casts off his disguise and reveals his divine identity to Europa. The mortal woman then becomes yet another of the god's lovers.From this princess Europa the continent of Europe acquired its name.❖Heracles / HerculesHeracles was the son of Zeus who and the mortal woman Alcmene. Zeus decided to let the infant Heracles suckle on his divine wife Hera's milk when she was asleep, an act which would endow the baby with godlike qualities. When Hera woke up and realized that she was breastfeeding an unknown infant, she pushed him away and the spurting milk became the Milky Way.Later, Hera drove Heracles into rage. As a result, he killed his wife and children, and then sentenced to carry out the 12 labors.❖Apollo and DaphneEros, very angry at Apollo for making fun of his archery skills, caused him to fall in love with the nymph Daphne. Daphne prayed to her father, the river god Peneus to help her and was changed into a laurel tree, which became sacred to Apollo.Nine Planets in the Solar System❖地球Earth (Gaea)❖水星Mercury❖金星Venus❖火星Mars❖木星Jupiter❖土星Saturn❖天王星Uranus❖海王星Neptune❖冥王星PlutoIdioms from the myths❖Apple of discordIn classical mythology, an apple thrown into a banquet of the gods and goddesses by the goddess Discord, who had not been invited. The apple had "For the Fairest" written on it. When three goddesses claimed it, the choice among them was referred to the handsome Paris, prince of Troy.Paris chose Aphrodite over Hera and Athena. The latter two had hoped to bribe him with power and victory in battle, but Aphrodite offered the love of the most beautiful woman in the world. This was Helen of Sparta, who became infamous as Helen of Troy when Paris subsequently eloped（私奔）with her. In the ensuing Trojan War, Hera and Athena were implacable enemies of Troy while Aphrodite was loyal to Paris and the Trojans.apple of discord: the root of the trouble 争端(祸根)Helen of Troy: dangerous beauty 红颜祸水judgment of Paris：不爱江山爱美人Heel of Achilles / Achilles’ heelAchilles was the greatest warrior on the Greek side in the Trojan War. When he was an infant, his mother tried to make him immortal by bathing him in a magical river, but the heel by which she held him remained vulnerable. Eventually he was wounded in the heel by an arrow and died shortly thereafter.Achilles’ heel: vitals 要害, 命脉, 致命伤，最大的弱点❖Greek giftsThe Greeks used a large, hollow horse made of wood to win the Trojan War. The Greeks hid soldiers inside it, left it outside the gates of Troy, and set sail, apparently for Greece. The Trojans took the bait. That night the Greek army returned to Troy. The men inside the horse emerged and opened the city gates for their companions.Greek gift: gifts from enemies 黄鼠狼拜年,不安好心; 图谋害人的礼物, 危险的礼物The Trojan Horse: hidden danger 木马计；暗藏的危险；奸细❖Pandora’s box (jar)After Prometheus' theft of the secret of fire, Zeus ordered Hephaestus to create the woman Pandora as part of the punishment for mankind. Pandora was given many seductivegifts from other Gods. For fear of additional reprisals（报复）, Prometheus warned his brother Epimetheus not to accept any gifts from Zeus, but Epimetheus did not listen, and married Pandora. Pandora had been given a large jar and instructed by Zeus to keep it closed, but she had also been given the gift of curiosity, and ultimately opened it. When she opened it, all of the evils, ills, diseases, and burdensome labor that mankind had not known previously, escaped from the jar, although Pandora was quick enough to close it again and keep one value inside: hope.Pandora’s box (jar): the origin of disaster 潘朵拉的盒子, 祸患之源❖Sphinx’s riddleIn Greek mythology the Sphinx was a monster with the face and breasts of a woman, the body of a lion, and wings. Sphinx waylaid travelers on the roads near the city of Thebes, and would kill any of them who could not answer the riddle: “Which creature in the morning goes on four legs, at mid-day on two, and in the evening upon three, and the more legs it has, the weaker it be?” When Oedipus gave the correct answer, the Sphinx hurled herself over the cliff to her death in the sea below.Sphinx’s riddle: Chinese puzzle斯芬克斯的谜题, 难解之谜Oedipus complex: mother complex 恋母忌父情结❖Penelope’s webPenelope waited 20 years for her husband, Odysseus, to return from the Trojan War.During his absence , she fended off suitors by promising to choose one when she finished weaving a shroud for her father-in-law. But at every night she unraveled what she had woven during the day.Penelope’s web: stalling tactics / time wasting tactics 故意拖延的策略, 永远完不成的任务❖Midas’ hand/touchKing Midas was granted one wish by the god Dionysus. Greedy for riches, Midas wished that everything he touched would turn to gold. He soon regretted his request. When he tried to eat, his food became inedible metal. When he embraced his daughter, she turned intoa golden statue. On the instruction of Dionysus, he washed in a river and lost his touch ofgold.Midas’ hand / The Midas To uch: unlimited wealth or success米达斯之手, 点金手❖NarcissusNarcissus was a beautiful youth in classical mythology who fell in love with his own reflection in a pool. Because he was unable to tear himself from the image, he wasted away and died.Narcissus: self-love, self-complacence 自恋, 自爱,自我陶醉,孤芳自赏者Echo and NarcissusIn-class exercisesA. Helen of TroyB. Trojan horsesC. Greek giftsD. Pandora’s box (jar)E. An apple of discordF. Heel of AchillesG. Narcissus H. Sphinx’s riddleI. A Penelope's Web J. Midas’ hand / touchK. Under the Rose❖ 1. He threw us_________________, we soon quarreled again.❖ 2. It is unfair that historians always attribute the fall of kingdoms to___________.❖ 3. The shortage of fortitude is his ____________.❖ 4. This question is as puzzling as ____________..❖ 5. He is always buying you expensive clothes, I'm afraid they are __________ for you.❖ 6. The superpowers are always sending the ___________ to many countries in the world ❖7. Mr. Jones made a long speech at the meeting. Everyone else thought it _____________.❖8. Most people speak of him as a real ________.❖9. John Lawrence has the ___________. Every enterprise he takes part in is highly profitable.❖10. Reform is _____________; opening up the system can lead to a loss of economic and political control.❖11. The senator told me ________ that there is to be a chance in the cabinet.Key: 1.E 2. A 3.F 4. H 5. C 6. B 7. I 8. G 9. J 10. D 11. K [文档可能无法思考全面，请浏览后下载，另外祝您生活愉快，工作顺利，万事如意!]。
英语作文神话故事80词英文回答：In the realm of mythology, countless tales have woven their way into the tapestry of human history. From the celestial heights of Mount Olympus to the shadowy depths of the underworld, these stories have captivated our imaginations, shaped our beliefs, and inspired generations of artists, writers, and thinkers.Greek mythology stands as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling. From the epic battles between gods and titans to the tragic love stories of mortals, these tales have left an indelible mark on our culture. The gods of Olympus, with their complex personalities and supernatural abilities, have become archetypes that continue to resonate with us today. Zeus, the king of the gods, with his thunderbolt and unwavering authority; Hera, his jealous and vengeful queen; Aphrodite, the goddess of beauty and love; and Hades, the enigmatic ruler of theunderworld these are but a few of the divine figures who have captured our fascination for centuries.But beyond the realm of the gods, Greek mythology also explores the lives of ordinary mortals. Their struggles, triumphs, and failures mirror our own, reminding us of the universal human experience. The tragic tale of Orpheus and Eurydice, the loyal friendship of Achilles and Patroclus, and the cunning of Odysseus these are just a few examples of the countless human stories that have been immortalized in myth.Norse mythology, with its roots in the ancient Scandinavian tradition, offers a unique and captivating perspective on the human experience. The gods of Asgard, led by the mighty Odin, are a formidable pantheon ofdeities who embody strength, wisdom, and courage. Thor, the god of thunder, with his trusty hammer Mjölnir; Loki, the trickster who delights in deception; and Freya, the goddess of love and fertility these are but a few of the Norse gods who have earned their place in legend.The tales of Norse mythology are filled with adventure, heroism, and a deep connection to nature. The legends of the Valkyries, the fierce female warriors who choose the slain for Valhalla, the epic battles between the gods and giants, and the tales of Ragnarok, the final battle that will end the world these are just a few examples of the captivating stories that have been passed down through generations.Egyptian mythology, with its ancient and enigmatic roots, offers a rich tapestry of gods, goddesses, and mythical creatures. The gods of Egypt, with their animal-headed forms and supernatural powers, played a central role in the lives of the ancient Egyptians. Ra, the sun god, with his falcon head; Isis, the goddess of magic and fertility; Anubis, the jackal-headed god of the dead; and Horus, the falcon-headed god of war and protection these are but a few of the divine figures who shaped the beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians.The tales of Egyptian mythology are filled with myth, magic, and a preoccupation with the afterlife. The story ofOsiris, the murdered god who is resurrected by his wife Isis, the legend of Horus and Set, the eternal battle between good and evil, and the tale of Anubis, the guardian of the dead these are just a few examples of thecaptivating stories that have been passed down through the centuries.These are but a few glimpses into the vast and captivating world of mythology. From the epic battles of gods and titans to the tragic love stories of mortals, from the adventures of heroes to the mysteries of the afterlife, these stories continue to inspire, captivate, and shape our understanding of the human experience.中文回答：神话故事是在人类历史的画卷中编织出的无数故事。
