Exploring Ancient Greek Myth: Theseus and the Minotaur
Dive into the world of Ancient Greek mythology with the tale of Theseus and the Minotaur. Learn about the gods and goddesses that were believed to control every aspect of life for the Ancient Greeks, and discover the story of Theseus, a brave hero who faced the Minotaur in the labyrinth. Unravel the mystery of Theseus' parentage and whether he was considered a god in ancient times.
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What Im learning in English today English (Ancient Greek Myth) Date: Monday 4th May 2020 L.Obj: (SPaG starter) Commas to separate clauses *I can use commas to separate subordinate clauses and main clauses correctly. *I can read and understand the Ancient Greek myth Theseus and the Minotaur .
English SPaG starter When I was reading through your biographies last week, I noticed that many of you were missing out commas to separate the clauses in your sentences. Let s practise! Look at these subordinating conjunctions ... as after since They can be used at the start of a sentence to add a subordinate clause. But, where should the comma go? After we arrived back home from our bike ride we checked the oven to see if our cake was ready. Commas to separate clauses until when
English SPaG starter After we arrived back home from our bike ride, we checked the oven to see if our cake was ready. Commas to separate clauses This comma separates the subordinate clause from the main clause.
English SPaG starter Can you complete the rest of these sentences by adding a main clause to the subordinate clause? Don t forget the comma. Type your comma in green and main clause in blue. Since it was announced on the television Commas to separate clauses As we are not allowed to visit our friends When we finally get back to school Until last weekend
Main Activity Theseus and the Minotaur The Ancient Greeks believed in many different gods and goddesses. The Greeks believed that these gods and goddesses controlled everything in their lives and the environment. There was a god for every aspect of their lives. It was important to please the gods; happy gods helped you, but unhappy gods punished you. Was Theseus a God?
Main Activity Theseus and the Minotaur Was Theseus a God? Theseus was not a God. His mother was Aethra, a princess. Some people believe that Theseus father was King Aegeus, but other Ancient Greeks thought that Poseidon (God of the sea) was the father of Theseus.
Main Activity Theseus and the Minotaur Click on the link above and read / listen to the story of Theseus and the Minotaur.
Main Activity Theseus and the Minotaur Today s task: Now that you ve read and listened to the Ancient Greek myth, Theseus and the Minotaur , (possibly for the second time), answer the questions about the story. *You can type on the slide or write your answers in your books. Questions: Reuben, Ruby, Cassie, Bethany, Jack, Lily, Elizabeth and Megan Slide 9 Harvey, Malachai, Amy, Heidi, Lucy, Cameron and Nelly Slide 10 Henry, Toby, Dante, Zoe, Katie, Chloe, Isobel, Daniel, Izzy and Sophie Slide 11 Isla, Nia, Alissa, Jacob, Rhys, Zac, Holly H and Holly T Slide 12
Main Activity Theseus and the Minotaur Questions: Reuben, Ruby, Cassie, Bethany, Jack, Lily, Elizabeth and Megan 1) Why do you think King Minos of Crete chose to keep a savage creature the Minotaur? (1) 2) On pages 2 and 3, find 4 of the 6 of the adjectives that have been used. (2) 3) What are the meanings of the words tyrant , sacrifice and puny , which have been used during the story? (3) 4) Read the start of page 9. What is the subordinate clause used in the first sentence? (1) 5) How has the story built in tension for the reader during the fight scene between Theseus and the Minotaur? (2) 6) Name 3 words that you would think best describes Theseus during the story. Explain why you chose each of those words. (3)
Main Activity Theseus and the Minotaur Questions: Harvey, Malachai, Amy, Heidi, Lucy, Cameron and Nelly 1) Read pages 1 and 5. When King Minos demanded , why did everybody have to agree? (1) 2) On pages 2 and 3, find 3 of the 6 of the adjectives that have been used. (2) 3) Read page 6. Which word has been used instead of cruel ruler ? (1) 4) Read the start of page 9. What is the subordinate clause used in the first sentence? (1) 5) Would you describe Ariadne as a clever person? Why? (2) 6) During Theseus fight with the Minotaur, how did he show his bravery? (2) 7) How do your feelings towards Theseus change throughout the story? (3)
Main Activity Theseus and the Minotaur Questions: Henry, Toby, Dante, Zoe, Katie, Chloe, Isobel, Daniel, Izzy and Sophie 1) Read page 1. What evidence is there that everybody was frightened of the power of King Minos of Crete? (1) 2) On page 3, which two adjectives have been used to describe the creature? (2) 3) Why did King Aegeus of Athens have to send 7 men and 7 women to King Minos? (1) 4) Read page 7. Which word has been used instead of kill ? (1) 5) Read the start of page 9. What is the subordinate clause used in the first sentence? (1) 6) How did Ariadne show her love for Theseus before he entered the labyrinth? (1) 7) During Theseus fight with the Minotaur, how did he show his bravery? (2)
Main Activity Theseus and the Minotaur Questions: Isla, Nia, Alissa, Jacob, Rhys, Zac, Holly H and Holly T 1) What did King Minos build inside his palace and what lived there? (2 marks) 2) On page 3, which two adjectives have been used to describe the creature? (2) 3) How many people had to be sent to King Minos in Crete every year? (1) 4) How did Theseus try to prove his strength to his father, King Aegeus? (1) 5) Read the start of page 9. What is the subordinate clause used in the first sentence? (1) 6) Who fell in love with Theseus and how did she try to help him? (2) 7) What injury caused the Minotaur to die? (1)
