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Tracy is compiling a list of myths about characters who defeated death and brought people back from the underworld. Among the myths she collected is the love myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. Eurydice died after a snake bit her. Orpheus descended into the underworld and rescued Eurydice, but Hades set one condition on her release. On their way back, Orpheus committed a mistake that broke the condition, and Eurydice went back to the underworld forever.

What was the mistake Orpheus committed?

A. Orpheus killed the snake.
B. Orpheus destroyed the underworld.
C. Orpheus visited the Oracle at Delphi.
D. Orpheus fell in love with someone else.
E. Orpheus looked at Eurydice.



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Orpheus' mistake was looking back at Eurydice, breaking the condition set by Hades.


Explanation:

Orpheus' mistake was that he looked back at Eurydice before reaching the upper world, breaking the condition set by Hades and causing Eurydice to be taken back to the underworld forever.

This action demonstrates the importance of trust and following specific instructions in ancient myths.

Orpheus' love for Eurydice, his musical talents, and his journey to the underworld are central elements of this tragic myth.


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