Jason and the Argonauts: Key Events

The video explores the legendary story of Jason and the Argonauts. It begins with Jason's early life and his quest to reclaim his throne from his uncle. Jason embarks on a journey to find the Golden Fleece, assembling a crew of heroes known as the Argonauts. Along the way, they face numerous challenges, including encounters with harpies and navigating dangerous waters. With the help of allies like King Phineas and the sorceress Medea, Jason overcomes obstacles and ultimately retrieves the Golden Fleece, returning to claim his rightful place as king.

What was the prophecy given to King Pelias about Jason?

• He should beware of a young man with one sandal.

• He would be defeated by a foreign king.

• He would lose his kingdom to a woman.

• He would live a long and prosperous life.

Who helped Jason build the ship Argo?

• Apollo

• Hercules

• Zeus

• Athena

What creatures tormented King Phineas by stealing his food?

• Harpies

• Cyclopes

• Gorgons

• Sirens

What task did King Aeetes set for Jason to obtain the Golden Fleece?

• Capture the Sirens.

• Defeat a dragon in battle.

• Sail through the Clashing Rocks.

• Plow a field with fire-breathing bulls.

How did Medea help Jason with the fire-breathing bulls?

• She sang a song to calm them.

• She fought the bulls herself.

• She gave him a potion to make him fireproof.

• She distracted the bulls with magic.

What did Jason use to make the soldiers fight each other?

• A magical sword

• A lyre

• A bag of rocks

• A golden apple

How did Jason and the Argonauts avoid the Sirens' song?

• They plugged their ears with wax.

• They used a magical shield.

• They sailed around the island.

• They had Orpheus play his lyre.

What was the final obstacle Jason faced on his return journey?

• Scylla and Charybdis

• The Clashing Rocks

• The Harpies

• The Sirens

Who became Jason's queen after he reclaimed his throne?

• Athena

• Hera

• Medea

• Aphrodite

What expression originated from the dangers faced by sailors like Jason?

• Out of the frying pan into the fire

• In the lion's den

• Caught between the devil and the deep blue sea

• Between a rock and a hard place