Jason and the Argonauts test

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What kind of leader was jason

He had mettle, listened to his crew, got the Argonauts together, and followed through with his tasks.

Why did the gods play such a role in the story

Hera was so important because, she helped Jason all the way through.

How did King Pelias go against hospitality when meeting the man with one shoe

Immediately sent Jason on the voyage, and wouldn't let him stay cuz he was paranoid about the one sandal prophecy

Aeson

Jason's father, Pelias brother, former king

King pelias

Jason's uncle, kicked aeson off the throne of lolcus.

Example of don't judge book by its cover

King Pelias immediatly assumed Jason would not be able to overcome challenge because of his appearence

What did Medea do to help him

Made potions to help Jason complete aeetes tasks, had knowledge on how her father fought, etc

Importance of the golden fleece

Symbol of strength, help Jason overthrow Pelias and rule Hellas that he was the rightful heir.

How was Hera helpful

The wind in the sails for the Argonauts, told Cupid to shoot Medea with the the arrow.

The importance of the gods in the story

They all guided the journey of the Argonauts

Medea

Daughter of aeetes, turns against her father to help Jason complete his 3 tasks an get the fleece. Kills Jason's new wife and her own kids.

Lessons in the myth

Determination, be humble, avoid temptations, reap what you sow, face your fears, work for what you want, respect, faith

King aeetes

Gives Jason 3 tasks in order to get the Golden Fleece

Jason leadership examples

He followed through with entire plan even though he suffered losses and could've given up

How was Jason heroic

He got the fleece and led the Argonauts, fought aeetes and completed his tasks.

Why was Hera so helpful

She was going to help Jason and the Argonauts on their voyage because she was mad at Pelias for how he became King and how he ruled.

Why did Medea help jason

She was shot with an arrow by Cupid and fell in love with jason

Heracles

Son of Zeus, strength and bravery

Jason

Son of aeson, leader of the argonauts

Hera

Zeus wife and sister, powerful goddess, vicious and spiteful, heras wrath


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