Sign up for FREE

#18 Theseus the Minotaur

Last updated over 4 years ago

7 questions

COMPLETED WITH MS. BREWER! If you are NOT in a group with Ms. Brewer, do NOT work on this yet!

2

2

8

2

Question 1

1.

What is the GIST of this section of text?

2

Question 2

2.

What is the GIST of this section of text?

2

Question 3

3.

What is the GIST of this section of text?

2

Question 4

4.

What is the GIST of this section of text?

Question 5

5.

What do you think the THEME of the myth is?

Challenges strengthen one's character

Even heros can make fatal (deadly) mistakes

Love conquers hate

Most journeys lead back home

Question 6

6.

What happens to Theseus in this myth to emphasize (really show you) the theme?

Theseus's father, Kind Egeus, dies because Theseus forgets to change the black sails to white on the ship

Ariadne helps Theseus defeat the Minotaur by giving him courage

Theseus becomes the king of his country

Theseus is willing to sacrifice his life to defeat the Minotaur

Question 7

7.

Please write a SUMMARY of the story in your own words.
Make sure your summary...
- Includes the title of the myth
- Has a short (3-4 sentences) outline of the myth
- Shares the theme of the myth
- Has details from the text to support your ideas