Phaethon and the Chariot of the Sun

What did Phaethon want from Apollo?

• his temple

• to get some gold and jewels

• to take his crown

• To drive the Golden Chariot

Why did the Sun God beg Phaethon to change his mind?

• He knew that Phaethon would not be strong enough to control the horses.

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

• He was jealous of Phaethon's youth.

• He didn't mind letting Phaethon drive the chariot.

What advice does Phaeton get before he drives the sun?

• Make it to the horizon before morning

• Go slower than you think you should

• Stay to the middle path

• None of the above

Which event referred to in “Phaethon” most reflects the idea from Greek mythology that mortals should avoid acting like gods?

• the son’s fall from the sky

• the son’s request to the father

• the father’s warning to the son

• the father’s dazzling appearance

What is the purpose of a myth?

• to explain the origin of natural phenomena

• to offer a moral lesson

• to inform about a historical event

• to provide scientific evidence

Why does Apollo want Phaethon to change his request?

• He can't grant Phaethon his request.

• He thinks Phaethon is a better "charioteer" than him.

• He believes the "wolves will surely eat him."

• He believes Phaethon's request is a "death warrant" for humanity.

What can you infer motivated Phaethon to lie to Epaphus?

• Pride

• Guilt

• Nothing

• Happiness

All are character traits of Phaethon except___________

• eager

• careless

• humble

• defiant

Which of the following is not a resolution to the story?

• Phaethon returned home and proved his worth to Epaphus.

• His sisters were so overcome with grief that Apollo turned them into poplar trees.

• The Earth's surface has been forever changed by Phaethon's fateful ride.

Which of the below happened as a result of Phaethon's chariot ride?

• The rivers turned to steam.

• The forests burned to ash.

• The green lands turned into vast deserts.

• All of the above.