Question

In part one of “Cruel Tribute,” how do King Aegeus’s actions affect the advancement of the plot?


He causes Ariadne to fall in love with Theseus.

He causes Theseus to become the new king.

He causes the birth of a hero in Troezen.

He causes King Minos to become angry.

Answer 1

The correct answer for this question would be the third option. In part one of “Cruel Tribute,” King Aegeus’s actions affect the advancement of the plot since he causes the birth of a hero in Troezen. Hope this is the answer that you are looking for. 

Answer 2

The correct answer is C.

In the first part of "Cruel Tribute," King Minos is seeking revenge for the murder of his only son Androgeos. When he asks the elders if King Aegeus has a son he can offer as tribute, he is given a negative answer.

However, King Aegeus did have a son, and by not confessing his existance, he allows his son, Theseus to continue living in Troezen, where he became a hero.