Roots, prefixes, and suffixes
The suffix -able means “capable of being.” Use this information to choose the correct meaning of the word perishable.
a. able to spoil or go bad
b. used to protect something from damage
c. likely to last for a very long time
d. made from several different materials
a. able to spoil or go bad
How does the setting on the island of Crete influence Daedalus’s plan to escape?
A. The strong winds on the island convince Daedalus that traveling by sea will be too dangerous.
B. The many birds on the island make Daedalus believe that humans are naturally able to fly.
C. Because King Minos controls travel by land and sea, Daedalus decides to escape through the air.
D. Because the island is far from Sicily, Daedalus decides that he must build wings strong enough for a long journey.
C. Because King Minos controls travel by land and sea, Daedalus decides to escape through the air.
Which sentence is NOT punctuated correctly?
(1) Daedalus and Icarus were trapped on the island of Crete. (2) Daedalus had tried to escape by sea, but King Minos watched the ships carefully. (3) Daedalus refused to give up and he developed a new plan. (4) He decided that he and Icarus would escape through the air.
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 3
D. Sentence 4
(3) Daedalus refused to give up and he developed a new plan.
Which well-known Disney film shares a theme with “The Flight of Icarus”?
A. Finding Nemo — A young character’s desire for independence leads him into danger.
B. Cinderella — Kindness is eventually rewarded.
C. Toy Story — Friendship can develop between unlikely people.
D. Encanto — People can feel pressured by their family’s expectations.
A. Finding Nemo — A young character’s desire for independence leads him into danger.
Which character trait most helps Daedalus resolve the problem he faces at the beginning of the myth?
A. cautious
B. resourceful
C. loyal
D. confident
B. resourceful
The Latin root bene means “good” or “well.” Use this information to choose the correct meaning of the word beneficial.
a. causing confusion
b. having a good or helpful effect
c. requiring a great deal of work
d. happening without warning
b. having a good or helpful effect
Which sentence from the myth is part of the story’s climax?
A. “It was fun making the wings.”
B. “Soon Icarus was sure that he, too, could fly.”
C. “The blazing sun beat down on the wings and softened the wax.”
D. “He arrived safely in Sicily, where he built a temple to Apollo.”
C. “The blazing sun beat down on the wings and softened the wax.”
Which coordinating conjunction could better replace so in this sentence?
Daedalus warned Icarus to stay near him, so Icarus eventually ignored his father's advice.
A. and
B. or
C. for
D. yet
Daedalus warned Icarus to stay near him, yet Icarus eventually ignored his father's advice.
C
Which familiar story has a conflict most similar to Daedalus’s conflict at the beginning of the myth?
A. The Three Little Pigs — The pigs must protect themselves from the wolf.
B. The Hunger Games — Katniss must survive a situation controlled by someone with greater power.
C. Charlotte’s Web — Charlotte tries to save Wilbur from being killed.
D. The Lion King — Simba must decide whether to return home.
B. The Hunger Games — Katniss must survive a situation controlled by someone with greater power.
“Daedalus was an ingenious artist and was not discouraged by his failures.”
Based on this sentence, what inference can the reader make about Daedalus’s character?
A. He becomes frustrated when things do not go as planned.
B. He often takes risks without considering the consequences.
C. He prefers to solve problems without help from others.
D. He is determined and willing to keep trying when he faces difficulties.
D. He is determined and willing to keep trying when he faces difficulties.
The Latin root aud means “hear.” Use this information to choose the correct meaning of the word audible.
a. difficult to repeat
b. difficult to understand
c. able to be seen
d. able to be heard
d. able to be heard
How does Daedalus’s warning to Icarus create suspense in the myth?
A. It explains why Daedalus decides that they should escape by air.
B. It makes the reader wonder whether Icarus will follow the instructions and avoid danger
C. It shows that Daedalus believes their wings will probably fail during the flight.
D. It makes the reader wonder whether King Minos will discover their plan before they escape.
B. It makes the reader wonder whether Icarus will follow the instructions and avoid danger
Which sentence is NOT punctuated correctly?
(1) Daedalus carefully taught his son how to fly. (2) He warned Icarus not to fly too high or too low. (3) Icarus listened to his father's instructions, and he began the flight safely. (4) He soon became excited by his freedom but he ignored his father's warning.
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 3
D. Sentence 4
(4) He soon became excited by his freedom but he ignored his father's warning.
Which real-world situation best mirror the way Daedalus tries to resolve his conflict in the myth?
A. A runner quits a race after falling behind.
B. A student continues using the same study method even though it isn't working.
C. A basketball player blames a teammate after losing a game.
D. A student tries a different strategy after the first way of solving a problem fails.
D. A student tries a different strategy after the first way of solving a problem fails.
Which character trait ultimately causes Icarus’s death in the myth?
A. His curiosity
B. His independence
C. His recklessness
D. His determination
C. His recklessness
The Latin root scrib means “write.” Use this information to choose the correct meaning of the word inscribe.
a. to erase a message
b. to speak in front of a group
c. to write or carve words on something
d. to read something carefully
c. to write or carve words on something
How does Icarus’s death impact Daedalus’s feelings about their successful escape?
A. Daedalus becomes angry that Icarus prevented them from completing their journey together.
B. Daedalus becomes afraid that King Minos will find him now that he is alone.
C. Daedalus is proud that his wings worked even though Icarus did not survive.
D. Daedalus can no longer feel joy about escaping because the victory has cost him his son.
D. Daedalus can no longer feel joy about escaping because the victory has cost him his son.
Which coordinating conjunction could better replace but in this sentence?
The sun softened the wax on Icarus's wings, but the feathers began to fall.
A. yet
B. so
C. or
D. nor
The sun softened the wax on Icarus's wings, so the feathers began to fall.
B
Which well-known saying best connects to a theme of “The Flight of Icarus”?
A. Practice makes perfect.
B. Two heads are better than one.
C. Too much of a good thing can be dangerous.
D. Actions speak louder than words.
C. Too much of a good thing can be dangerous.
Which of Daedalus’s character traits has the greatest impact on the story's rising action?
A. His creativity
B. His sadness
C. His cautiousness
D. His pride
A. His creativity
The prefix dis- means “not” or “apart,” and the Latin root par means “equal.” Use this information to choose the correct meaning of the word disparity.
a. a comparison between similar things
b. a decision made by two people
c. an argument that separates a group
d. a lack of equality between two things
d. a lack of equality between two things
How does Icarus’s growing excitement during the flight affect the plot of the myth?
A. It leads Icarus to fly higher despite his father’s warning, moving the story toward its climax.
B. It causes Icarus to forget about escaping and decide to remain in the air, creating a new conflict.
C. It causes Daedalus to become more confident that Icarus can fly safely, contributing to the falling action.
D. It leads Daedalus to change their route so they can avoid flying over the sea, leading to the story's resolution.
A. It leads Icarus to fly higher despite his father’s warning, moving the story toward its climax.
Which coordinating conjunction could better replace but in this sentence?
Icarus did not listen to his father’s warning, but did he notice the feathers falling from his wings.
A. and
B. so
C. yet
D. nor
Icarus did not listen to his father’s warning, nor did he notice the feathers falling from his wings.
D
Which character from another well-known story is most similar to Daedalus?
A. Tony Stark, who uses his intelligence to build a way out of captivity
B. Harry Potter, whose whole life changes when he learns that he is a wizard
C. Shrek, who prefers to live alone to avoid judgement
D. Peter Pan, who refuses to grow up
A. Tony Stark, who uses his intelligence to build a way out of captivity
Which line from the myth could you cite to support the inference that Icarus is overconfident?
A. “Soon Icarus was sure that he, too, could fly and, raising his arms up and down, skirted over the white sand and even out over the waves”
B. “Icarus played about on the beach happily while his father worked”
C. “Icarus, beating his wings in joy, felt the thrill of the cool wind on his face”
D. “He cried out to his father, but his voice was submerged in the blue waters of the sea”
A. “Soon Icarus was sure that he, too, could fly and, raising his arms up and down, skirted over the white sand and even out over the waves”