What is the name of the large wooden horse that functioned as a peace offering but was really a trap?

• A. The Wooden Horse
• B. Trojan Gift
• C. Horse of Troy
• D. The Trojan Horse

Answer: (D)

The main idea tested is the specific name of the deception used in the Trojan War story. The object is most commonly called the Trojan Horse, a label that ties directly to both the city involved (Troy) and the clever ruse itself. This name is widely used in myths, literature, and retellings, which is why it’s the best choice.

Understanding the tale helps: the Greeks left a large wooden horse as what looked like a peace offering, luring the Trojans into believing they had won. The Trojans brought the horse inside their walls, not realizing Greek soldiers were hidden inside. At night, the soldiers emerged, opened the gates for their comrades, and Troy fell. The term Trojan Horse precisely conveys this story—a horse associated with Troy that turns out to be a strategic trap.

The other options don’t fit as neatly. A generic “wooden horse” omits the Trojan connection and the specific ruse. “Horse of Troy” sounds awkward and is not the standard name. “Trojan Gift” is a broader phrase that describes a deceptive gift rather than the particular object in the myth.