King Midas

Who is the protagonist in this story?

• Midas

• Silenus

• Dionysus

• Marigold

Based on the description of Midas in the beginning, readers can reasonably conclude that he

• Appreciates his wealth

• wants a larger family.

• is not satisfied with his wealth.

• thinks he is a powerful king.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

What is the theme of the story?

• Midas made a mistake

• Careful what you wish for

• Gold is awesome

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What is the purpose of this story?

• to tell an exciting story

• to solve a mystery

• to give readers information

• To teach a lesson

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Why did Dionysus grant King Midas a wish?

• He loved his daughter

• He was a King

• He found Silenus

• He gave Silenus a feast

What will Midas probably do after the story ends?

• Ask Dionysus for more wishes.

• Look for other sources of gold.

• Punish Dionysus for the trouble he cause

• Be happy with what he has.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.K.3

What happened to King Midas's daughter when he touched her?

• She turned into gold.

• She started to sing.

• She disappeared.

• She turned into a flower.

What was King Mida's daughter's name?

• Mildred

• Hera

• Kristine

• Marigold

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Greek myths are thrilling stories about......

• about real people

• only about kings

• about gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters

• only powerful gods

Which incident leads Midas to regret his wish?

• wading into the swift river.

• listening to the stories of Silenus.

• Turning his daughter to gold