The Flight of Icarus

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What were the two things Icarus's father told him to do?

Back

Don't fly too low or too high and stay close to me.

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What is the main conflict between Daedalus and Icarus?

Back

Icarus does not listen to Daedalus' warning about flying too high.

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Why was flying out of the tower the only option for Daedalus and Icarus?

Back

They couldn't leave by ship because they were surrounded and soldiers patrolled the land.

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Front

What motivated Icarus to fly higher into the sky?

Back

He was bewitched by a sense of freedom.

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Front

What do the birds symbolize in the myth of Icarus?

Back

Freedom.

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Who is Daedalus in the myth of Icarus?

Back

Daedalus is Icarus's father, a skilled craftsman and inventor.

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What does the myth of Icarus teach about the consequences of hubris?

Back

It illustrates that excessive pride and disregard for warnings can lead to one's downfall.

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What materials did Daedalus use to create wings for himself and Icarus?

Back

Daedalus used feathers and wax to construct the wings.

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What is the significance of Icarus's flight in the context of human ambition?

Back

Icarus's flight represents the pursuit of freedom and the dangers of overreaching one's limits.

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How does the myth of Icarus relate to the theme of parental guidance?

Back

It highlights the importance of listening to parental advice and the potential consequences of ignoring it.

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