Cinderella When was Cinderella first written? How did historical events of the time influence its writing? How did Cinderella influence contemporary events? How did contemporary events the Brothers Grimm’s writing choices? Are there alternative readings of the historical period that could be used to further illuminate the writing choices? What is Cinderella telling us about what it means to be a human being? Would you act like the main character in the same circumstances? Why do we tell the tale of Cinderella to children? Who has the power/money in Cinderella ? Who does not? What happens as a result?