This is a reminder that you have an assignment due the first day of school. The Hero's Journey poster must be turned in on Tuesday, August 18 to avoid late deductions.
The test and timed write will not be on the first day.
See you all on Tuesday!
Monday, August 10, 2009
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Is it fate or just dumb luck... Prompt #3
For your last journal response, please choose ONE of the following two prompts. Remember to include at least one concrete detail in your 200-300 word response.
A. It's clear that Odysseus is responsible for his own actions and their results. It's also clear that certain events are fated to happen from the start. How are both of these possible in The Odyssey?
B. What is the difference between "fate" and "luck" in The Odyssey? When do the characters rely on or blame events on fate, and when do they rely on or blame events on luck? Why?
The last journal is due by Tuesday, August 11, 2009.
A. It's clear that Odysseus is responsible for his own actions and their results. It's also clear that certain events are fated to happen from the start. How are both of these possible in The Odyssey?
B. What is the difference between "fate" and "luck" in The Odyssey? When do the characters rely on or blame events on fate, and when do they rely on or blame events on luck? Why?
The last journal is due by Tuesday, August 11, 2009.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
All the Lovely Ladies... Prompt #2
Calypso, Penelope, Athena, Circe, The Sirens...women are important to the telling of Odysseus' ancient tale. What kinds of roles do women play in The Odyssey? Which females hold the most power AND why?
Remember to include at least one concrete detail in your 200-300 word response.
Your second response must be posted by July 28, 2009. There is an error on the assignment sheet. Your second prompt is NOT due on July 21.
Remember to include at least one concrete detail in your 200-300 word response.
Your second response must be posted by July 28, 2009. There is an error on the assignment sheet. Your second prompt is NOT due on July 21.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
The Odyssey Begins...
Please respond to the following post in 200-300 words. Remember to proofread your responses and to include your full name to ensure you receive a timely grade.
The term "in media res" means in the middle of things. This term can be applied to the structure of The Odyssey. What is the deal with the structure of The Odyssey? What is the effect of Homer starting in media res? Why does Homer start the story in the middle rather than starting right at Odysseus's departure for Troy?
Use concrete details (examples) from the text to support your answer to these questions.
The term "in media res" means in the middle of things. This term can be applied to the structure of The Odyssey. What is the deal with the structure of The Odyssey? What is the effect of Homer starting in media res? Why does Homer start the story in the middle rather than starting right at Odysseus's departure for Troy?
Use concrete details (examples) from the text to support your answer to these questions.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Questions
Please post questions here if any arise while you are reading The Odyssey this summer.
FYI - The prompts for your journal responses will be posted progressively as each due date approaches. The first will be up before the end of June. Please remember that the purpose of this assignment is to read and comprehend the text closer to the start of school as to retain as much of the information as possible. Happy reading!
FYI - The prompts for your journal responses will be posted progressively as each due date approaches. The first will be up before the end of June. Please remember that the purpose of this assignment is to read and comprehend the text closer to the start of school as to retain as much of the information as possible. Happy reading!
Saturday, May 16, 2009
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