TED-Ed: The myth of Jason and the Argonauts - Iseult Gillespie

The video narrates the legendary journey of Jason and the Argonauts. Jason, seeking to reclaim his rightful throne, assembles a crew of heroes to retrieve the Golden Fleece from Colchis. Along the way, they face numerous challenges, including encounters with cursed women, monstrous foes, and divine trials. Despite setbacks, such as losing Hercules and battling the Doliones, they persevere with guidance from the seer Phineas. Ultimately, Jason must confront the final task alone, unaware of the grave cost it entails.

What task did Jason need to complete to reclaim the throne from his uncle Pelias?

• Retrieve the Golden Fleece

• Defeat the Minotaur

• Steal the Shield of Achilles

• Capture the Pegasus

What was the consequence of the Argonauts' visit to Lemnos?

• They were cursed by Aphrodite

• They were attacked by sea monsters

• They fathered children with the women

• They lost their ship

How did the Argonauts mistakenly attack their previous hosts, the Doliones?

• They were misled by a traitor

• They were seeking revenge

• They were under a spell

• They were confused by a storm

Who provided the Argonauts with crucial advice to pass the Symplegades?

• Aphrodite

• Zeus

• Phineas

• Hercules

What realization did Jason have upon reaching Colchis?

• He needed to find a new crew

• He had to retrieve the Fleece alone

• He was destined to become king

• He had to defeat the Amazons