From Phaethon

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

What is the purpose of a myth?

• to explain the origin of natural phenomena

• to offer a moral lesson

• to inform about a historical event

• to provide scientific evidence

Why does Apollo want Phaethon to change his request?

• He can't grant Phaethon his request.

• He thinks Phaethon is a better "charioteer" than him.

• He believes the "wolves will surely eat him."

• He believes Phaethon's request is a "death warrant" for humanity.

What can you infer motivated Phaethon to lie to Epaphus?

• Pride

• Guilt

• Nothing

• Happiness

All are character traits of Phaethon except___________

• eager

• careless

• humble

• defiant

Which of the following is not a resolution to the story?

• Phaethon returned home and proved his worth to Epaphus.

• His sisters were so overcome with grief that Apollo turned them into poplar trees.

• The Earth's surface has been forever changed by Phaethon's fateful ride.

Which statement best describes what the picture on page 392 adds to the story?

• The picture suggests that Phaethon is happy with his friends.

• The picture suggests that Phaethon is a member of the royal family.

• The picture suggests that Phaethon is doubted by his friends.

• The picture suggests that Phaethon is shy around people.

Which line from the story best supports the answer to Part A?

• "Phaethon was the son of Helios, who drove the chariot of the sun..."

• "One day when Phaethon was telling his companions about his father, the sky king, they laughed..."

• "Phaethon had always one wish in his heart..."

• "Phaethon leapt into the golden chariot...as the fiery horses sprang forth from the eastern gates of Day."

How does the picture on page 394 hep the reader understand why Helios does not want Phaethon to drive the chariot? Pick the two best choices.

• It shows why Helios does not believe Phaethon is his son.

• It shows why Helios thinks Phaethon plans to destroy the earth.

• It shows why Helios believes Phaethon is not wise enough to drive the chariot.

• It shows why Helios will let only Zeus and Poseidon drive the chariot.

• It shows why Helios believes Phaethon isn't strong enough for the task.