From Phaetheon

Who is Phaethon's father?

• Zeus

• Apollo

• Hades

• Poseidon

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What did Phaethon want from Apollo?

• his temple
• to get some gold and jewels
• to take his crown
• To drive the Golden Chariot

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Why was Apollo angered with Phaethon's request?

• He knew that Phaethon would not be strong enough to control the horses and it would cause destruction.

• He did not want Zeus to be upset with him.

• He was jealous of Phaethon's youth.

• He was pleased with Phaethon's request.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What advice does Phaeton get before he drives the sun chariot?

• Make it to the horizon before morning

• Go slower than you think you should

• Stay to the middle path

• None of the above

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What were the consequences of Phaethon's ride? Select ALL that apply.

• He burned the earth.

• He froze the earth.

• He flooded the earth.

• Zeus struck him with a thunderbolt

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Which sentence best states a theme of “Phaethon”?

• Parents often have a difficult time denying children their wishes.

• A life can be easier if you strive to be the best.

• Listen to your elders.

• Being competitive will force you to do better.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Who is Zeus?

• King of the Gods

• god of Sun

• god of the Sea

• god of Revenge

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What is the climax of the Greek myth “Phaethon”?

• Phaethon drives his chariot close to the earth.

• Phaethon finds his father, Apollo.

• Phaethon is killed by a thunderbolt.

• Phaethon beats Epaphus in a chariot race.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Which words describe Phaethon? Select all that apply.

• reckless

• jealous

• dishonest

• careful

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Who is Apollo?

• god of the Sun

• king of the Gods

• god of the sky

• god of the thunder

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9