9th The Odyssey introduction; Free Write / DUE TUESDAY MARCH 17

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Work from Book
 An Introduction to The Odyssey
  • Watch intro video 
  • Read page 740

Copy these Notes in notebook****
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Epic Poem:  long narrative poem telling the adventures of a hero that represents society's values

Conventions (patterns) of Epic Poetry
  •  grand subject
  •  elevated style
  •  invocation to the muse
  • begins "en media res" (in the middle of things)

Greek Epics - mix of entertainment, history, and religion

Important themes in The Odyssey
  • Importance of Home/Your Place in Life
  • Importance of Hospitality  
  • Importance of Loyalty (to fellow warriors and to the gods)
  • Importance of Reputation 
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Assignment: Free Write 
  • Write about two modern epic heroes. What is their long journey, what societal values do they represent? What themes are shown by their adventures. 
  • Write your answer in the form of 2 paragraphs, each about one hero
  • In notebook
  • Send photo to aham@franciscanschool.edu.hn or my whatsapp
  • DUE TODAY

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