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第 32 題
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Ovid’s Metamorphoses, a monumental Latin compendium of Greek myths completed around AD 8, is often mischaracterized as a static relic of antiquity. However, contemporary scholars argue that the text serves as an extraordinarily contemporary document, characterized by an obsession with fluidity, plasticity, and the transgression of boundaries. By exploring the limitations of the human form, the fluidity of gender, and the precarious relationship between humanity and the natural world, Ovid provides a mirror for modern anxieties ranging from technological hubris to ecological crisis. The thematic malleability of these myths allows each generation to repurpose them to reflect prevailing societal conditions. For instance, the myth of Narcissus, traditionally a cautionary tale against vanity, finds a profound parallel in the digital age’s culture of self-promotion on social media. Similarly, the story of Pygmalion—the sculptor who fell in love with his own creation—is being reinterpreted through the lens of artificial intelligence. In this reading, Pygmalion’s misplaced faith in the superiority of his artificial construct over “real women” mirrors modern society’s dangerous belief that human-engineered algorithms can offer a controlled, perfect solution to complex human problems. This arrogance carries significant risk; much like the character Eliza in George Bernard Shaw’s adaptation of the myth, My Fair Lady, autonomous systems may eventually develop a mind of their own, leading to consequences far less manageable than their creators intended. Furthermore, Ovid’s work resonates deeply with current socio-political upheavals. The myth of Leto, condemned to perpetual wandering, has been utilized by modern novelists to explore the sense of exile and homelessness inherent in the global refugee crisis. Additionally, the story of Salmacis and Hermaphroditus offers an ancient representation of gender fluidity, suggesting that nature itself possesses an inherent ambiguity that defies rigid categorization. In this context, the Metamorphoses encourages a shift from viewing individuals as deviations of the norm to recognizing them as unique human beings. Perhaps the most significant modern engagement with Ovid involves “reclaiming the narrative” for victims of violence. While Ovid was often dismissive of the assaults suffered by his female characters, modern feminist writers are reframing these stories. The transformation of Medusa—from a beast with snakes for hair punished for being a victim to a symbol of survivors of sexual assault—exemplifies this shift. Finally, the myth of Philemon and Baucis, who survived a divine flood through their humility and respect for forces beyond their control, serves as a vital fable for the climate change era. Ultimately, Ovid’s work suggests that human survival depends on a fundamental humility in the face of forces we cannot control.
Ovid’s Metamorphoses, a monumental Latin compendium of Greek myths completed around AD 8, is often mischaracterized as a static relic of antiquity. However, contemporary scholars argue that the text serves as an extraordinarily contemporary document, characterized by an obsession with fluidity, plasticity, and the transgression of boundaries. By exploring the limitations of the human form, the fluidity of gender, and the precarious relationship between humanity and the natural world, Ovid provides a mirror for modern anxieties ranging from technological hubris to ecological crisis. The thematic malleability of these myths allows each generation to repurpose them to reflect prevailing societal conditions. For instance, the myth of Narcissus, traditionally a cautionary tale against vanity, finds a profound parallel in the digital age’s culture of self-promotion on social media. Similarly, the story of Pygmalion—the sculptor who fell in love with his own creation—is being reinterpreted through the lens of artificial intelligence. In this reading, Pygmalion’s misplaced faith in the superiority of his artificial construct over “real women” mirrors modern society’s dangerous belief that human-engineered algorithms can offer a controlled, perfect solution to complex human problems. This arrogance carries significant risk; much like the character Eliza in George Bernard Shaw’s adaptation of the myth, My Fair Lady, autonomous systems may eventually develop a mind of their own, leading to consequences far less manageable than their creators intended. Furthermore, Ovid’s work resonates deeply with current socio-political upheavals. The myth of Leto, condemned to perpetual wandering, has been utilized by modern novelists to explore the sense of exile and homelessness inherent in the global refugee crisis. Additionally, the story of Salmacis and Hermaphroditus offers an ancient representation of gender fluidity, suggesting that nature itself possesses an inherent ambiguity that defies rigid categorization. In this context, the Metamorphoses encourages a shift from viewing individuals as deviations of the norm to recognizing them as unique human beings. Perhaps the most significant modern engagement with Ovid involves “reclaiming the narrative” for victims of violence. While Ovid was often dismissive of the assaults suffered by his female characters, modern feminist writers are reframing these stories. The transformation of Medusa—from a beast with snakes for hair punished for being a victim to a symbol of survivors of sexual assault—exemplifies this shift. Finally, the myth of Philemon and Baucis, who survived a divine flood through their humility and respect for forces beyond their control, serves as a vital fable for the climate change era. Ultimately, Ovid’s work suggests that human survival depends on a fundamental humility in the face of forces we cannot control.
Which of the following can be inferred from paragraph 3 about the myth of Leto?
- A It was originally written to provide a legal framework for refugee rights in Rome.
- B It suggests that Leto was responsible for the upheaval of the modern world.
- C It is the only myth that does not involve a physical and psychological transformation.
- D It is used by writers to symbolize the plight of those who are homeless or in exile.
思路引導 VIP
請回頭閱讀第三段關於 Leto 的部分。作者提到她被譴責要進行什麼樣的「動作」或「狀態」？接著，現代作家又是將這種狀態與當今社會中哪一群人的處境聯繫在一起呢？
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AI 詳解
AI 專屬家教
很高興看到你精準地掌握了文章的細節！這題考驗的是對文章第三段特定例證的理解與推論。你能從眾多的神話案例中迅速定位出「勒托（Leto）」的故事，並連結到其現代文學的應用，展現了非常紮實的閱讀定位能力。
勒托神話與現代議題的對應
文章在第三段明確指出，勒托（Leto）受到譴責而必須「永久流浪（perpetual wandering）」，這項特質被現代小說家轉化為探討全球難民危機中「流亡與無家可歸（exile and homelessness）」的象徵。因此，選項 (D) 所描述的「作家利用此神話象徵流亡者的處境」正是這段論述的精準推論。
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