Discussion Questions for
Tanglewood Tales / "The Pygmies"
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What makes Antaeus a wise Giant?(39)

Why is the above a wise thing to do? Or is it?

On page 42 it says, "A hero, you know, must hold himself in readiness for any kind of fate . . ." What does this mean?

On page 49 it says, "For these earth-born creatures are only difficult to conquer on their own ground, but may easily be managed if we can contrive to lift them into a loftier and purer region." What do you think this means?

Why did Hercules and Antaeus fight? Did they have to?

Who do you like better: Hercules or Antaeus?

Did you like this story? Why or why not?

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