Friday, February 24, Test on introduction to the Odyssey

Objective: By the end of class, students will demonstrate understanding of ancient greeks, their gods, the Trojan war and background that precedes Homer's Odyssey.

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Quick review.

1. TEST -

Open notebook only. 15 short answers. Choose 10 of the 15 to answer. They are worth 7 points each. You may answer more for extra credit. Please use full sentences. You may use the book and your notes for the answers.

2. Read the prologue of the Odyssey page 651. Review.

3. View Odyssey up to Cyclops.

Exit Pass

Why does Homer summarize the entire Odyssey in the Prologue?