Trivium
Curriculum/The Decline of Athens/Youth of Alcibiades
The Decline of AthensGrade 3grammar Stage

Youth of Alcibiades

The Text

What You'll Learn

1

Comprehension

Notes Alcibiades won three chariot races at the Olympics

2

Cause & Consequence

Explains why he cut the dog's tail: to give people something to talk about

3

Significance

Recognizes that craving attention can lead to foolish behavior

How It Works

Your AI tutor will guide you through this text using the Socratic method. Instead of giving you answers, it asks questions that help you discover the meaning for yourself.

  • 1.Read the text carefully
  • 2.Answer the tutor's questions in your own words
  • 3.Progress through each stage as you demonstrate understanding
Start This Lesson

Free to try. No credit card required.