The Myth of Daedalus and Icarus

What does Daedalus use to create the wings for their escape?

• Metal and cloth

• Feathers and wax

• Leaves and vines

• Wood and string

What does the term "exile" mean as used in the text?

• A type of musical instrument

• The state of forced absence from one’s home or native country

• A soft fine fluffy feather

• A ruler of a kingdom

What does Daedalus' son, Icarus, do that hinders his father's work?

• He breaks the wings

• He laughs and softens the beeswax with his thumb

• He refuses to help

• He flies away too early

What is the name of the island that was named after Icarus?

• Delos

• Paros

• Icaria

• Samos

What is the author's likely purpose for including the detail of Daedalus crying in paragraph 2?

• To show his happiness

• To indicate his frustration

• To highlight his fear

• To demonstrate his relief