Monday, November 19, 2012

Tuesday, November 20, Themes of the Odyssey

Objective: By the end of class, students will analyze and evaluate themes and symbols in the Odyssey by reading and idscussing scenerios and answering questions that make real life connections.

DO NOW

Was Odysseus just in murdering the suitors for "trying to steal his world"? Why or why not? Do you think Odysseus ever tells Penelope about Calypso and Circe? If so, what is her reaction? If not, would this act of deceit be understandable?

Direct Instruction

Discuss DO NOW answers. 

HANDOUT THEME / SYMBOL questions.  

Guided

Together, list some of the ways, characters were:

1. Deceitful  /liars
2. PROUD
3. Tradition / Customs
4. Loyal

Independent

Read and answer corresponding questions on the handout provided. Write in complete sentences and use your best grammar.

Closure

Review answers and review for final quiz tomorrow.

Exit Pass

Do you admire Odysseus as a hero? Why or why not?

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