Phaethon

Who is Phaethon's father?

• Zeus

• Apollo

• Hades

• Poseidon

What did Phaethon want from Apollo?

• his temple
• to get some gold and jewels
• to take his crown
• To drive the Golden Chariot

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Why did the Sun God beg Phaethon to change his mind?

• He knew that Phaethon would not be strong enough to control the horses.
• He did not want Zeus to be upset with him.
• He was jealous of Phaethon's youth.
• He didn't mind letting Phaethon drive the chariot.

What advice does Phaeton get before he drives the sun?

• Make it to the horizon before morning
• Go slower than you think you should
• Stay to the middle path
• None of the above

How was Phaeton's wild ride stopped?

• He fell off the chariot
• Cancer (the constellation) grabbed him
• He drove into the ocean
• Zeus struck him with a thunderbolt

Which event referred to in “Phaethon” most reflects the idea from Greek mythology that mortals should avoid acting like gods?

• the son’s fall from the sky
• the son’s request to the father
• the father’s warning to the son
• the father’s dazzling appearance

Which sentence best states a theme of “Phaethon”?

• Parents often have a difficult time denying children their wishes.
• Children can lose their way when straying into unknown territory.
• Young people often desire more responsibility than they can handle.
• Young people can make poor decisions unless they are taught properly.

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