a. Do you think Excalibur and keris are different or similar? Why? b. Do you think Mpu Gandring had magical powers like Merlin? How can you prove it? 5) How far do you understand the extracts? 6) Do you think your English helped you learn the multicultural values in the story? What are they?
Answer (1)
Jawaban:a. Do you think Excalibur and keris are different or similar? Why?Excalibur and keris are both legendary weapons but from different cultures. Excalibur is a sword from British mythology, while keris is a traditional dagger from Indonesian culture. They are similar because both have symbolic meanings and are believed to have magical powers, but they differ in shape, origin, and cultural significance.b. Do you think Mpu Gandring had magical powers like Merlin? How can you prove it?I think Mpu Gandring was believed to have magical powers because the keris he made was said to be cursed or have a strong mystical force, similar to how Merlin had magical abilities. This belief comes from the stories and legends passed down, showing that people trusted in his supernatural skills.5. How far do you understand the extracts?I understand the extracts quite well. They introduce important cultural elements and characters, and I can follow the story’s events and underlying messages about heroism and tradition.6. Do you think your English helped you learn the multicultural values in the story? What are they?Yes, learning English helped me understand multicultural values such as respect for tradition, the importance of bravery, and the belief in supernatural elements in different cultures. It also teaches me to appreciate diversity and the richness of world heritage.
