Daedalus and Icarus

 Why was Daedalus sent to Crete?

• He killed his nephew.

• He wanted to make toys.

• He had to build a giant maze.

• Icarus was locked in a tower.

A minotaur is a hybrid of ___ and ___.

[Select TWO answers.]

• human

• bull

• eagle

• lion

• snake

What did Daedalus build for the Minotaur?

• an inescapable labyrinth labyrinth

• a boat to escape the island

• a pair of wings to fly

What happened to Daedalus after he built the Labyrinth?

• He was imprisoned with his son at the top of a tall tower.

• He was locked in the labyrinth with the minotaur.

• He was commanded to invent a way for humans to fly.

What was the warning Daedalus said to Icarus?

• Don't fly too high or too low.

• Don't look down.

• Don't overstretch your wings.

Why did Icarus disobey his father’s warning?

• Icarus disobeyed his father’s warning because he was having too much fun.

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  Icarus disobeyed his father's warning because the sun was too hot.

• Icarus disobeyed his father's warning because he did not trust his father

• Icarus technically obeyed all his father's warnings.

Which of the following best explains the meaning of the allusion, "Don't fly too close to the sun," based on the myth of Daedalus and Icarus?

• It warns against being overly ambitious or reckless, as it can lead to failure or disaster.

• It encourages people to aim for high goals without fear of failure.

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  It suggests that one should avoid dangerous adventures and stay within their comfort zone.

• It advises individuals to seek knowledge and innovation, regardless of the risks involved.