Flight of Icarus - Plot and Vocab

Daedalus made wings for himself and his son in order to

• teach his son to fly.

• be more like the gods.

• escape from the island of Crete.

• show that he was an ingenious artist.

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A moderate amount of something is

• very generous

• just enough.

• too little.

• well-earned.

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What does prowess mean?

• strength

• arrogance

• intelligence

• recklessness

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Something that is done in a frantic way is done

• calmly

• deliberately

• lovingly

• hastily

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A sign that a person is experiencing anxiety might be

• an angry frown

• sweaty palms

• a relaxed smile

• extreme tiredness.

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Which are possible themes from the myth

• Practice self control and moderation

• Don't fly too close to the sun

• Don't try new things

• Listen to your parents advice

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What elements of this story do NOT show that this story is a myth?

• A father and son disagree.

• A father and son begin flying with homemade wings.

• Icarus says that from the ground they must look like gods.

• King Minos loves his Minotaur.

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Why might a parent tell the story of Icarus to a child?

• It shows Daedalus as a strong father figure.

• It shows that father and son should stick together.

• It shows that disobedient children should get what they deserve.

• It shows that children should obey their parents.

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What softened the wax on Icarus' wings?

• The water

• The mist from the clouds

• The heat from the sun

• The winds

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A ________________________ is a traditional story that attempts to answer basic questions about human nature or the natural world.

• frantic

• anxiety

• myth

• memoir