Mythology quiz 1 review

Which of the following is not a common element of myth

• Gods and/or supernatural beings.

• Relatable characters and ordinary life events.

• A moral or lesson about life and human nature.

• Supernatural events or circumstances

Check the questions that myths attempt to answer.

• human nature

• origins of the world

• mysteries of nature

• social customs

Which is NOT an example of a mystery of nature?

• sunsets

• earthquakes

• human nature

• leaves changing colors

Select the correct definition of theme.

• What the story is about.

• The moral or lesson of a story or poem.

• What the character learns.

• A brief statement of the events in a passage.

When asked to cite evidence, you need to include a _______________ from the passage.

In the Flight of Icarus (short story), what was Daedalus and Icarus's main goal?

• To escape from the Island and King Minos.

• To fly as high as possible.

• To learn how to be humble.

• To create wings.

What does the word Misgivings mean in the following sentence: Daedalus watched him proudly but with misgivings.

• He was worried that Icarus may fly too high.

• He thought Icarus may be afraid of heights.

• He didn't know if his creation (the wings) would actual work.

• He was scared of King Minos.

Why did Icarus and Daedalus have to escape through the air?

• Because Daedalus wanted to show off.

• Because King Minos controlled the land and the sea.

• Because Icarus didn't know how to swim.

• Because King Minos challenged them to a contest.

Which TWO supernatural elements are present in the Flight of Icarus.

• Daedalus and Icarus are able to fly

• Icarus is a god.

• Daedalus has a supernatural ability to invent/create.

• Daedalus can breathe underwater.

What is a potential theme of "The Flight of Icarus" short story.

• Always test your limits.

• Never give up on family.

• Practice moderation in all things.

• Ignore other people's advice.