whom did aurora turn into a grasshopper?

Appeared in: DSSSB - 28 August 2019 (Shift-1)

Explanation

The question asks to identify the individual whom Aurora, the goddess of the dawn, transformed into a grasshopper.
According to Roman mythology, Aurora fell in love with the mortal Tithonus.
She secured immortality for him from the gods but forgot to ask for eternal youth.
As Tithonus aged and withered without being able to die, Aurora took pity on him and turned him into a grasshopper to end his misery.

Option A: Zeus (or Jupiter in Roman myths) is the king of the gods. He was the one who granted Aurora's wish for Tithonus's immortality, but he was not the subject of the transformation.
Option B: Sol is the Roman personification of the Sun. He is Aurora's brother in mythology but is not involved in the story of Tithonus's transformation.
Option D: Luna is the Roman goddess of the Moon. She is Aurora's sister in mythology but has no role in the myth concerning Tithonus.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Roman Mythology as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question tests general knowledge, specifically in the area of classical mythology.
While not directly related to nursing practice, some nursing entrance and recruitment exams include sections on general intelligence and awareness, where such questions might appear.
Understanding classical myths can also provide context for many terms and symbols used in literature, art, and even some scientific naming conventions.

How to Approach the Question

Identify the key figures in the question: 'Aurora' and the 'grasshopper'.
This is a factual recall question based on classical mythology.
Access your knowledge of the myths associated with Aurora, the goddess of the dawn.
Recall the story of her mortal lover for whom she requested immortality but forgot to ask for eternal youth.
Connect the consequence of this mistake (endless aging) with the final transformation into a grasshopper to identify the mortal's name, Tithonus.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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