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 * The Trojan Horse Myth**- Molly, Kelsey, Jamie

__Summary__ The Greeks wanted to get into the city of Troy in the 12th or 13th century B.C. The wooden horse was used as a deceit for the Greeks to gain entrance into the walled city. The horse was brought inside the city walls of Troy, and during the night, the soldiers dropped out of its belly and opened the city gates, so that the rest of the Greek army could enter the city. Thus, the Greeks took the city of Troy and ended the Trojan wars.

__Type of Myth__ The Trojan Horse Myth is a Hero Myth.

__Purpose of Myth__ The purpose of the Trojan Horse Myth is to find other ways around obstacles, because there is always another way of doing something. It also proves that you need to be aware at all times. This myth gives people pride in their country because of their victory, which makes people want to imitate the Greeks.

__Modern Connections__ Trojan Horse Virus on computers- People are tricked into clicking something because it is disguised. The virus is sneaky and attacks once it is activated.

Cyberchase Episode (Children's show)- The adventure kids take inspiration from the Greek myth of the Trojan Horse and build a giant "Trojan Ducky." After testing a model of their invention to be sure it works, they hide inside the duck, and fool the sidekick of the villain to let them inside his fort.

"BEWARE OF GREEKS BEARING GIFTS"- This quote was adapted to teach the other people to beware of the pride and knowledge the Greeks have and to always be on your feet, to watch out for the deceitful Greek people. Today, it not only applies to the Greeks, but to all sneaky people.