English

Deven Hampton

4 September, 10:44

In the myth of Icarus, the craftsman Daedalus creates two pairs of

giant wings out of wax so that he and his son Icarus can fly away from

the island they're trapped on. He warns his son not to fly too high, but

Icarus ignores his advice and tries to reach the sun. The sun melts his

wings and he falls to his death.

Which common motif from mythology is most clearly shown in the story?

O

A. The hero's journey

O

B. Explanations of nature

O

c. Physical transformation

O

D. The dangers of arrogance