Lessons from Daedalus and Icarus

Daedalus and his son Icarus are trapped on Crete. Daedalus builds wings to escape, warning Icarus not to fly too high or too low. Ignoring the warning, Icarus flies too close to the sun, causing the wax on his wings to melt. He falls into the sea and drowns, leaving Daedalus heartbroken.

Why were Daedalus and Icarus unable to leave Crete?

• They were afraid of the sea.

• They were content living there.

• The king controlled the island and sea.

• They had no means of transportation.

What materials did Daedalus use to create the wings?

• Wax, string, and feathers

• Leaves and vines

• Wood and paper

• Metal and cloth

What did Daedalus reveal to Icarus as their means of escape?

• A magical spell

• A secret tunnel

• Wings to fly like birds

• A hidden boat

What was Daedalus' crucial advice to Icarus regarding their flight?

• Follow the birds

• Fly as high as possible

• Stay close to the water

• Maintain a middle path

What did Icarus feel as he began to fly?

• Fear and anxiety

• Joy and freedom

• Confusion and doubt

• Sadness and regret

What caused Icarus to fall from the sky?

• He was caught by a storm

• He was attacked by birds

• His wings were too heavy

• The sun melted the wax on his wings

What did Daedalus do after Icarus fell?

• He flew back to Crete

• He continued flying with a broken heart

• He tried to save Icarus

• He landed on a nearby island

What is the sea where Icarus fell now called?

• The Icarian Sea

• The Cretan Sea

• The Mediterranean Sea

• The Aegean Sea

What did Icarus ignore that led to his downfall?

• The direction of the wind

• His father's warnings

• The weather conditions

• The weight of the wings

What emotion did Daedalus experience as he watched Icarus fall?

• Despair

• Indifference

• Anger

• Joy