The Flight of Icarus

Front

Why is Daedalus imprisoned at the start of the story?

Back

He built the labyrinth cage for the minotaur, and it failed to keep someone in/out

Front

What does Daedalus manage to do at the end of the story?

Back

reach Sicily alone

Front

What is Icarus's fate?

Back

He gets carried away and doesn't listen to his father's instructions

Front

What causes Icarus's wings to fall apart?

Back

He flies high and too close to the sun.

Front

The moral of this story has to do with...

Back

the results of disobedience

Front

Why did King Minos have the labyrinth made and the minotaur fed?

Back

to get back at his enemies in Athens

Front

This is an origin story. What does it explain the creation of?

Back

Icaria, an island near Crete

Front

According to the story, who does Daedalus try to convince to help rescue him and his son?

Back

captains of ships sailing away from Crete

Front

Why does Daedalus name the place where he eventually lands Icaria?

Back

It is directly named after Icarus himself.

Front

What is Daedalus generally known for?

Back

building and puzzle-making