Exercise
Icarus and Daedalus: Pride, Rules, and Consequences
Explore the story of Icarus and Daedalus while focusing on themes of pride, rules, and consequences. Practise identifying how decisions affect the narrative outcome.
Questions
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Which quality best describes Daedalus as a craftsman?
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What character trait caused Icarus to fly too close to the sun?
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Why did Daedalus build wings made of feathers and wax?
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What happened when Icarus flew too close to the sun?
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What is the main warning or lesson in the story of Icarus?
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How did Daedalus feel about his son Icarus?
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What piece of advice did Daedalus give Icarus before takeoff?
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How did Icarus feel when he first began to fly?
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How did Daedalus feel at the end of the story?
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What plot problem forced Daedalus to invent the wings?
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Which event marks the tragic climax of the story?
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Why did Daedalus tell Icarus not to fly too low near the ocean?
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What does Icarus's behavior tell us about his age and character?
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What was the name of the island near where Icarus fell?
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What underlying theme is explored through Daedalus's character?