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The Flight of Icarus Assessment

The Flight of Icarus Assessment

Assessment

Flashcard

English

7th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

CCSS
RL.4.9, RL.5.3, RL.5.2

+21

Standards-aligned

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the setting in 'The Flight of Icarus'?

Back

The setting impacts the plot by providing Daedalus with a means of escape through the air.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the term 'exaltation' mean in the context of the story?

Back

In the context of the story, 'exaltation' means praise.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does Icarus's behavior on the shore reveal about his character?

Back

Icarus's behavior shows that he enjoys playing and is carefree.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a central theme of 'The Flight of Icarus'?

Back

A central theme is that people should obey their elders.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the author characterize Daedalus in the myth?

Back

The author characterizes Daedalus as a smart person who persists despite failures.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What lesson can be learned from Icarus's flight?

Back

The lesson is about the consequences of ignoring warnings and the importance of moderation.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does Daedalus's ingenuity contribute to the plot?

Back

Daedalus's ingenuity allows him to create wings, which are central to the story's conflict.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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