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King Midas and the Golden Touch “Midas called himself a happy man, yet deep in his heart he knew that he was not quite so happy as he might be.” Greek Mythology This story is considered a traditional Greek myth. Myths were created to explain how something came to be, in this case to explain how King Midas’ kingdom came to be one of the richest kingdoms. This myth contains an element common to Greek folklore, the “short-sighted wish”. Explain how this text demonstrates that element. Reviewing Literary Devices Using evidence from the text, identify the following literary devices in “King Midas and the Golden Touch”: Literary Device Evidence Effect Device Has (Quotation from the text) (How does the use of this device help you to understand the text/visualize what is happening, enjoy the text, etc.) Mood Simile Hyperbole Foreshadowing Imagery Perspectives and Values One of the key conflicts in “King Midas and the Golden Touch” involves the contrasting values and perspectives of Iris and her father King Midas. Fill out the following chart. Be sure to use evidence from the text to support your answer. Character Perspective/World View (Values) Evidence from Text Iris King Midas Additional Questions: 1. Bacchus says to Midas, “I said you were smart. But today, I say you are wise.” Interpret what Bacchus means. 2. If you could have any wish in the world, what would it be? What are some of the good things that could result from getting your wish? What are some of the not-so-good things that could result from getting it? 3. Explain how this myth could be applied to modern society. Who might Midas represent? Who might the daughter represent? What would the “golden touch” be?