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Exploring Icarus and Daedalus

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9th Grade

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Exploring Icarus and Daedalus
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main lesson from the tale of Icarus and Daedalus?

Always follow your dreams no matter the cost.

Listen to advice and be aware of your limitations.

Never trust anyone, even family.

Success comes from taking risks.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which object in the story symbolizes the desire to achieve more than what is possible?

The labyrinth

The wings

The sea

The tower

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What key event led to Icarus's tragic end?

He was captured by King Minos.

He flew too close to the sun, ignoring his father's warnings.

He decided to swim across the sea.

He followed his father's instructions perfectly.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to Icarus as a result of his actions?

He was celebrated as a hero.

He fell into the sea and drowned.

He was imprisoned by King Minos.

He successfully escaped to freedom.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a potential risk of Daedalus creating wings for himself and Icarus?

It ensured their safe escape without any risks.

It introduced the risk of Icarus flying too high and falling.

It guaranteed their capture by King Minos.

It was a foolproof plan with no possible negative outcomes.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can be learned from Icarus's failure to listen to his father's warning?

Always trust strangers over family.

Ignoring advice can lead to severe consequences.

Taking risks always leads to success.

Overconfidence is a sign of strength.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the story highlights the importance of parental guidance?

Daedalus building the labyrinth.

Daedalus warning Icarus not to fly too high or too low.

Icarus deciding to fly on his own.

King Minos imprisoning Daedalus and Icarus.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

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