Amplify Greeks

Choose the correct spelling.

• Greeks

• Greaks

• Greks

Why did Icarus fall into the sea? (Choose all that apply)

• He didn't know how to fly.

• He didn't listen to his father.

• His wings were made of wax and feathers and he flew too close to the sun.

• He crashed into a tower.

Answer explanation

Daedalus told Icarus not to fly too high or his wings would melt. Icarus got caught up in the joy of flying and went too close to the sun, melting his wings and plunging him into the sea.

What is the meaning of the word 'amplify' in the context of communication?

• To make louder or more powerful

• To reduce in size

• To ignore completely

• To simplify

Which of the following sentences uses the word 'amplify' correctly?

• She decided to amplify her wardrobe by donating clothes.

• The teacher asked him to amplify his voice during the presentation.

• He wanted to amplify his diet by eating less.

• They tried to amplify the problem by ignoring it.

In literature, what does it mean to 'amplify' a character's traits?

• To exaggerate or highlight certain characteristics

• To change the character's personality

• To ignore the character's background

• To simplify the character's role

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word 'amplify' in a literary context.

• The author chose to amplify the setting by adding more details.

• She amplified her essay by removing examples.

• He amplified the plot by shortening the story.

• They amplified the theme by ignoring the main idea.

What is the opposite of 'amplify'?

• Diminish

• Enhance

• Increase

• Magnify

Which word is a synonym for 'amplify'?

• Intensify

• Reduce

• Simplify

• Neglect

In the context of Greek literature, how might an author 'amplify' a myth?

• By adding more details and expanding the story

• By removing key elements

• By simplifying the plot

• By ignoring the main characters

What part of speech is the word 'amplify'?

• Verb

• Noun

• Adjective

• Adverb