Amulets and Talismans

Homeworks (3 points each)

 

1) What In the past was called also the "beneficial stone"?

2) Pearl was sacred to which deity?

3) Growing teeth and toothache...they are hurtful, no doubt on this. Tell me which are the three stones or metals that according to the lesson can help you in this situation.

4) Which is the most powerful talisman against drunkeness?

5) Which is the most suitable amulet for the bride in the wedding day?

6) A very ancient belief teach us how to use diamonds. What you have to do if you want to benefit its powers?

7) What does one the most ancient theory on the origin of Amber says?

8) To silver is linked a curious remedy against convulsions. Tell me about it.

9) What in the lesson is said to have a not huge sensibility? (and here you are free to say that I was wrong...)

10) This stone was used since ancient times, even in Egypt. Which stone am I talking about?

Extra Credits (30 points)

In the lesson you can read: "It is believed also that a diamond bring bad luck if obtained through fraud or crime." Don't you already feel the mystery in the air? I'm sure you do.

Part 1 (20 points)
Have you ever heard about some cursed diamonds? There are many. Find one and tell me its story. Why is cursed? What's happened to the owners of this diamond? 300 words minimum.

Part 2 (10 points)
Then tell me what do you think about it. Do you believe in the curse? Why? Why not? Explain to me your opinions. 100 words minimum.

 

Send everything to eyeless@tele2.it. The due date is March 1st .
 

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