Theseus and the Minotaur

What was the main reason the Athenians had to send tributes to King Minos of Crete?

• To repay a debt

• To appease the gods

• To avoid war

• To honor a treaty

What was the Minotaur?

• A mythical creature, half-man and half-bull

• A fearsome dragon

• ) A giant three-headed dog

•  A powerful sea serpent

Why did Theseus decide to volunteer to go to Crete?

• He was eager for adventure.

• He wanted to prove his bravery to his father.

• He felt obligated to protect his people

• He was seeking fame and fortune.

1. What was the signal that Theseus would return safely?

•  A white flag

• A white dove

• White sails on the ship

• Black sails on the ship

How did Ariadne help Theseus?

• She provided him with a knife.

• She gave him a map of the labyrinth.

• She offered him food and water.

• She gave him a ball of string.

What happened to the Minotaur?

• Theseus snapped its neck.

•  It escaped the labyrinth.

• It was imprisoned by Theseus.

• It was driven back to the sea.

1. Why did Theseus forget to change the sails of his ship?

• He was distracted by Ariadne.

• He was celebrating his victory.

• He was in a hurry to return home.

• He was afraid of his father's disapproval.

1. hat tragic consequence resulted from Theseus' forgetting to change the sails?

• King Minos declared war on Athens.

• King Aegeus threw himself off a cliff.

• Theseus was banished from Athens.

• The ship was destroyed in a storm.

Which of the following best describes Theseus' character?

• Cowardly but cunning

• Brave and impulsive

• Wise and compassionate

• Cruel and arrogant

What was the main purpose of the labyrinth?

• To imprison the Minotaur

• To test the courage of the Athenians

• To display the wealth and power of King Minos

• To serve as a royal palace