Flight of Icarus - Plot and Vocab

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Daedalus made wings for himself and his son to

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escape from the island of Crete.

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A moderate amount of something is

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just enough.

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Meaning of prowess

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strength

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Done in a frantic way

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hastily

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Sign of anxiety:

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sweaty palms

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Elements that do NOT indicate a myth:

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A father and son disagree.

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Why might a parent tell the story of Icarus to a child?

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Children should obey their parents.

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What softened Icarus' wings?

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The heat from the sun

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A ________________________ is a traditional story that answers basic questions about human nature or the natural world.

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myth

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Daedalus had misgivings watching Icarus fly.

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He thought Icarus would be too bold and reckless.