The Fall of Icarus Analysis

The video narrates the story of Daedalus and Icarus, focusing on Daedalus's extraordinary talent as an inventor. The king requests a useful invention, leading to Daedalus and his son Icarus being imprisoned. They plan an escape using wings made by Daedalus. Despite warnings, Icarus flies too close to the sun, causing his wings to melt and leading to his tragic fall into the sea. The story concludes with a moral about listening to advice.

Who is the main character in the story 'The Fall of Icarus'?

• Icarus

• Daedalus

• The King

• Jatolas

What did the king ask Daedalus to create?

• A magical sword

• A useful invention

• A beautiful bird

• A powerful potion

Where were Daedalus and Icarus imprisoned?

• In a castle

• In a dungeon

• In a cave

• In a tower

What did Icarus desire most while being imprisoned?

• To invent new things

• To become a king

• To travel the world

• To build a castle

How did Daedalus feel about his son's desire for freedom?

• Determined to help

• Happy

• Angry

• Indifferent

What natural event is described at the beginning of the story?

• A sunset over the ocean

• A whale sighting near the shore

• Seagulls circling the cliffs

• A storm approaching the cliffs

What material does Daedalus use to attach the feathers to the wings?

• Nails

• Wax

• Thread

• Glue

What advice does Daedalus give to Icarus about flying?

• Stay close to the sea

• Fly as high as possible

• Follow the path he takes

• Ignore the sun's heat

What causes Icarus's wings to fail during his flight?

• A sudden rainstorm

• The weight of the feathers

• The melting of the wax

• A strong gust of wind

What vow does Daedalus make after Icarus's fall?

• To find a new home

• To teach others to fly

• To never fly again

• To build stronger wings