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Mythology Unbound - Theseus

Theseus’ birth

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Who was Theseus’ mother?-

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Who was Theseus' father?

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What did Theseus’ father do to ensure that his child could claim their birthright?

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What happened when Theseus grew up?

Theseus’ early tests: The Road to Athens

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When Theseus was preparing to go to Athens, what route did his mother and grandfather encourage him to take?

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What route did Theseus take to Athens? Why?

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Who was the first person Theseus battled on his journey? What did he gain from this battle?

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Who did Theseus battle next? What was this person infamous for? How did Theseus beat him?

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Who did Theseus battle third, after the Crommyonian Sow? What was this person infamous for? How did Theseus beat him?

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Who did Theseus battle fourth? What was this person infamous for? How did Theseus beat him?

Arrival at Athens

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When Theseus arrived at Athens, who did he find staying with his father?

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What did this person try to do to Theseus?

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Why did Theseus' father stop this from happening?

Theseus, Ariadne and the Minotaur

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Why did Athens have to submit a tribute to Crete every 9 years?

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What did the tribute consist of?

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What happened to the tribute?

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What did Theseus say he would do if he was successful in killing the Minotaur?

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What color were the sails of the ship when Theseus returned to Athens?

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What happened as a result of the sails being this color?

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Who helped Theseus defeat the Minotaur? Why?

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How did Theseus avoid getting lost in the labyrnth?

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What happened to Ariadne after she and Theseus left Crete?