Myth Mastery: Daedalus and Icarus Reading Quiz

1. What was the main reason Daedalus created wings for himself and Icarus?

• To impress King Minos
  

• To escape from the Labyrinth

• To explore the skies

• To escape their imprisonment on Crete

2. What caused Icarus’s wings to fail during the flight?

• A strong wind blew them apart

• The wax melted from flying too close to the sun

• They were too heavy to stay in the air

• He removed them out of excitement

3. What does the story suggest about Icarus's personality?

• He is quiet and obedient

• He is lazy and slow

• He is reckless and overconfident

• He is wise and cautious

4. How did Daedalus feel after Icarus fell into the sea?

• He was proud of his invention

• He was relieved

• He was heartbroken and mourned his son

• He didn't notice because he had already landed

5. What is one of the main themes of the myth?

• Freedom always comes without consequences

• Creativity is dangerous

• Following advice and knowing your limits are important

• Traveling is fun and easy

1. Daedalus and his son, __________, were imprisoned on the island of Crete by King Minos.

2. Daedalus made wings out of feathers and __________ so they could escape.

3. Daedalus warned his son not to fly too __________ or too low.

4. Icarus ignored his father's advice and flew too close to the __________.

5. After Icarus fell into the sea, Daedalus named the body of water the __________ Sea.