Lessons from the Story of King Midas

The video tells the story of King Midas, who is granted a wish to turn everything he touches into gold. Initially delighted, he soon realizes the negative consequences when he cannot eat or drink, and accidentally turns his daughter into gold. He begs for the wish to be undone, learning that some things are more valuable than gold. The video concludes with reflective questions about wealth and value.

What genre does the story of King Midas belong to?

• Science Fiction

• Myth

• Historical Fiction

• Biography

What did King Midas desire instead of money?

• Land

• Jewels

• Gold

• Riches money couldn't buy

What was King Midas's wish?

• To have a large army

• To live forever

• To have the golden touch

• To be the most powerful king

What happened when King Midas touched a rose?

• It wilted

• It grew larger

• It disappeared

• It turned to gold

Why was King Midas unable to eat his dinner?

• He was too busy

• He wasn't hungry

• He lost his appetite

• The food turned to gold

What did King Midas accidentally do to his daughter?

• Ignored her

• Turned her to gold

• Sent her away

• Gave her a gift

How did King Midas feel after turning his daughter into gold?

• Happy

• Stunned

• Indifferent

• Amused

What did King Midas ask his friend to do after realizing his mistake?

• Leave the palace

• Grant another wish

• Undo the wish

• Give him more gold

What was restored when the wish was undone?

• The kingdom

• The garden

• The palace

• The golden objects

What did King Midas gain back after losing his gold?

• His wealth

• His daughter

• His power

• His kingdom