Thursday, February 23, Greek Mythology, Trojan War, Odyssey

Objective: By the end of class, students will demonstrate comprehension of gods and humans that play a role in The Odyssey and apply character traits from research completed.

DO NOW

What kind of person do you think Helen was? (she's the wife of Meneleus, King of Sparta). Remember she is the most beautiful woman on earth and Aphrodite has promised Paris, Prince of Troy that he could "have" her. Do you think it fair that the Aphrodite could "give" her to Paris?

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1. Read other characters 647-648 and write down key players in notebooks. Make columns so you are clear when you need to refer to them. BE SURE TO include a short description so you remember who they are and what their role is in the Odyssey:

MONSTERS GODS/GODDESSES HUMANS

3. Add Hades to the "God" column because Odysseus has to visit the underworld in his journey.

4. View HADES documentary.

5. View trailer of Helen of Troy

4. Write all vocabulary words and definitions on page 649 into notebooks and work on sentences for each.

Exit Pass

A 'tragic hero" has flaws in his character. Although Odysseus is clearly brave and strong, what character traits does he have that we already know that are 'weaknesses' or flaws? Do you think these things make it easier to relate to him as a human being?

HW Study for test tomorrow.