Comprehension Quiz: 'Wings' Retold by Jane Yolen

Where did the gods dwell according to the story?

• On a high mountain

• In the sea

• In the forest

• In the sky

What was Daedalus known for?

• The things he made

• His bravery in battle

• His singing voice

• His ability to fly

How did the passages in the maze open?

• One into another as if without beginning or end

• All at once

• Only at night

• With a secret key

What does the story suggest about the gods' attitude toward prideful people?

• The gods always punish such a man

• The gods reward them

• The gods ignore them

• The gods help them

What does the story imply about being a "taker"?

• It is not a good quality

• It is the best way to succeed

• It is necessary for survival

• It is a sign of intelligence

What is the significance of the phrase "The gods always punish such a man"?

• It serves as a warning against pride and selfishness

• It encourages people to build mazes

• It praises Daedalus for his inventions

• It explains how to use tools

Who was Daedalus?

• A famous artist and prince

• A powerful king

• A monster

• A bird

What happened to Prince Talos?

• He fell from a tall temple and died

• He became king

• He built a labyrinth

• He was exiled

Where did Daedalus travel after leaving Athens?

• To the island of Crete

• To the city of Troy

• To the land of the gods

• To the desert

What was special about the labyrinth Daedalus built?

• Only Daedalus knew the secret path to its heart

• It was made of gold

• It could fly

• It was underwater