The Flying Man's Invention and Consequences

In ancient China, Emperor Yan learns of a man who has invented a flying machine. Initially intrigued, the Emperor becomes concerned about the potential dangers such an invention could pose. Despite the beauty of the invention, the Emperor orders the execution of the inventor to prevent future misuse. The story explores themes of innovation, fear, and the balance between beauty and security.

In what year is the story set?

• AD 400

• AD 500

• BC 500

• BC 400

What does the servant claim to have witnessed?

• A new day

• A miracle

• A man flying

• A dragon

How does the Emperor initially react to the servant's news?

• With skepticism

• With indifference

• With excitement

• With anger

What does the flying man use to fly?

• A machine

• Wings made of feathers

• A dragon

• Wings made of paper and bamboo

What does the Emperor reflect on while watching the flying man?

• The servant's loyalty

• The power of flight

• The Great Wall of China

• The beauty of the sky

What does the Emperor ask the flying man to do?

• Explain his invention

• Come down

• Leave the kingdom

• Fly higher

What is unique about the flying man's invention?

• It can carry multiple people

• It is made of gold

• It is invisible

• It is the only one in the world

What does the Emperor decide to do with the flying man?

• Let him go

• Execute him

• Imprison him

• Reward him

Why does the Emperor fear the flying man's invention?

• It could be used for war

• It is too fragile

• It is too beautiful

• It is too expensive

What does the Emperor reflect on at the end of the story?

• The loyalty of his servants

• The strength of the Great Wall

• The consequences of innovation

• The beauty of the invention