I WONDER - Was The Minotaur Dangerous?

I WONDER - Was The Minotaur Dangerous?

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Interactive Video

Arts, English

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

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The video explores different portrayals of the Minotaur in art and literature. It discusses the Minotaur as a fierce beast, a tragic figure punished without fault, and a misunderstood creature feared for its appearance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the Minotaur commonly represented in traditional art and literature?

As a gentle and kind creature

As a mythical hero

As a wise and noble figure

As a fierce and savage beast

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way the Minotaur is portrayed in some versions of the story?

As a ruler of a kingdom

As a tragic figure punished without fault

As a mythical god

As a hero who saves the day

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the Minotaur locked away according to some stories?

Because it was a threat to the kingdom

Due to its own mistakes

Without any fault of its own

Because it wanted to be alone

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do some interpretations describe the Minotaur's nature?

As a gentle being misunderstood due to its appearance

As a fierce warrior

As a cunning trickster

As a wise sage

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for the Minotaur being feared and killed in some stories?

Due to its appearance

Due to its intelligence

Because it was a ruler

Because of its actions