Question

how does the advertisement in picture 3 use the prometheus myth in a 1920s context? it compares prometheus bringing fire with ge bringing light. it highlights the similarities between prometheus and thomas edison. it shows prometheus in a modern 1920s setting. it uses prometheus to symbolize the passage of time and history. picture 3 designed by american artist maxfield parrish for the general electric (ge) company, this advertisement was part of a calendar meant to depict great moments in the history of humans and light. edison and mazda in the banner refer to thomas edison inventor of the light bulb, and ahura mazda, the persian god of light.

Explanation:

The advertisement is for General Electric (GE), and Prometheus is known for bringing fire (a source of light/knowledge). The ad connects GE's role in bringing light (through electricity/lighting) to Prometheus bringing fire. Option 2 is incorrect as it focuses on Edison, not the myth's relation to GE. Option 3 is wrong as it doesn't place Prometheus in a 1920s setting. Option 4 is incorrect as the myth is used to relate to GE's light, not time/history. So the correct option is the first one.

Answer:

A. It compares Prometheus bringing fire with GE bringing light.