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What is the main theme of the poem 'Phaethon'?

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Young people often desire more responsibility than they can handle.

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What does the phrase 'untamed as the winds' suggest about the horses in 'The Flight of Phaethon'?

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They are difficult to control.

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What is the significance of the son's fall from the sky in Greek mythology?

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It reflects the idea that mortals should avoid acting like gods.

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What does the word 'whim' mean in the context of 'The Flight of Phaethon'?

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Impulse.

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What does the father's warning to Phaethon represent?

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A caution against overreaching and the dangers of ambition.

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'His horses snorted fire'?

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Imagery.

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What lesson can be learned from Phaethon's request to drive the chariot?

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The importance of understanding one's limitations.

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How does the poem illustrate the relationship between parents and children?

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Parents often struggle to deny their children's wishes.

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What does the term 'chrysolite' symbolize in the poem?

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Beauty and wealth.

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What is the role of ambition in 'The Flight of Phaethon'?

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Ambition can lead to downfall if not tempered with wisdom.