OCR GCSE Classical Civilisation · J199
Paper 1
Revise: BothPlutarch treats his forgetfulness as so serious that Theseus would struggle to escape the charge of parricide. He rejects an alternative explanation that Aegeus merely tripped and fell while hurrying to see the approaching ship, treating it as an unconvincing attempt to defend Theseus.
- Revise: Historical and Comparative Sources: Plutarch and Livy
The killing of a parent. Plutarch uses this accusation when considering Theseus’ responsibility for Aegeus’ death.