Reading tasks for gifted and talented

1*. Task: Compare the Myths

Read the text about the centaur, phoenix, and chimera. Then, write a short paragraph comparing these creatures. And then,they orally answer the questions:How are they similar? How are they different? How do their abilities affect the way they are viewed in myths?

2*.Task: Create a New Legend

Сhoose one of the creatures (centaur, phoenix, or chimera) and create your own short story or legend with it as the main character.

3*.Task: Discover and Describe

Research other mythical creatures that may be similar to the centaur, phoenix, or chimera (for example, basilisk, dragon, griffin). Write a short description of this creature and explain how it compares to the creatures in the text.