The Flight of Icarus

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What is the main theme of the story of Icarus?

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The consequences of hubris and the importance of listening to warnings.

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What does the term 'hubris' mean?

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Excessive pride or self-confidence, often leading to downfall.

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Who is Daedalus in the myth of Icarus?

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A skilled craftsman and father of Icarus, who created wings for them to escape.

Front

What lesson can be learned from Icarus's flight?

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One should heed advice and not overreach one's limits.

Front

What materials did Daedalus use to make the wings?

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Feathers and wax.

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What happened to Icarus when he flew too close to the sun?

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The wax in his wings melted, causing him to fall into the sea.

Front

What does the term 'myth' refer to?

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A traditional story that explains a natural or social phenomenon, often involving supernatural beings.

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What is the significance of the sun in the story of Icarus?

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It symbolizes ambition and the dangers of overreaching.

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What does 'flying too high' symbolize in the myth of Icarus?

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Ambition that exceeds one's capabilities or warnings.

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What is the moral of the story of Icarus?

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Balance ambition with caution.