Millstone Education:
World Literature

Unit Sections:

Discussion Questions for
Tanglewood Tales / "The Minotaur"
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Why do you think Aethra was "sorrowful at finding him[Theseus] already so impatient to begin his adventures in the world"?(9)

Why does Ariadne choose to stay with her father? Do you think this is a good decision? Why or Why not?

Why does King Aegeus kill himself?

Did you like this story? Why or why not?

Is Theseus a good leader? Explain your answer.

What do you think the Labyrinth and the Minotaur might represent? Explain your answer.