Tantalus Study Questions

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Bring on the tough stuff - there's not just one right answer.

1. What possible crimes is Tantalus said to have committed?
2. How is Tantalus punished for all eternity?
3. Where is Tantalus imprisoned?
4. Compare Tantalus's punishment to the other inmates of Tartarus, like Sisyphus. Is his punishment better? Worse? Just as bad? Explain your answer.
5. Compare and contrast the different versions of Tantalus's crime. How do they change your opinion of his character?
6. Pretend you have the power of Zeus, and think of a different eternal punishment for Tantalus. Explain the reason for your verdict.