What is the meaning of the word “siren” as it used in the sentence? “ We are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth - and
listen to the song of the siren till she transforms us into beasts” A. One of two types of eel-like amphibians having small forelimbs but no hind legs.
B. A female, partly human creature in Greek mythology, known for luring sailors to their destruction through tempting song
C. An electronic device used to produce a loud warning sound.
D. A device that produces musical notes by rapidly interrupting a current of air or fluid.
B. A female, partly human creature in Greek mythology, known for luring sailors to their destruction through tempting song.
Explanation:
Sirens are known for luring sailors to destruction, and the temptation to ignore the truth, as Paine says, will "transform us into beasts," or lead us to our destruction.
