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Strategies for reading mythology

Strategies for reading mythology.

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Strategies for reading mythology

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  1. Strategies for reading mythology

  2. Connect: The value of literature is derived from shared experience. Discovering, for example, that Odysseus longed to be with his family, that Achilles held a grudge about a perceived insult, or that Zeus's philandering caused Hera fits of jealousy and revenge make myths more meaningful. Students recognize that mythological heroes have flaws and make mistakes much like modern-day heroes. connect

  3. Record: Myths and legends have remained for thousands of years. There's a reason. Make note of especially exciting aspects of mythological stories. Annotate if appropriate. In addition to recording thoughts, jot down questions and mark confusing passages. record ______ Important things Characters ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Unknown vocabulary Where & When (setting)

  4. Analyze the Source: Consider whether or not the person writing the myth believed it. There's a huge difference between Homer's telling of the Odyssey and Nathaniel Hawthorne's Twice Told Tales. The former's audience believed; the latter's treated them as fairy tales. Analyze the source

  5. Analyze the Truth: Do not read legends and myths as history. Read for enjoyment and attempt to discover the underlying truths. It is unlikely, for example, that Zeus struck down Odysseus' ship with a lightning bolt; it is likely, however, that sailors found the seas treacherous and uncontrollable, and that they were at the mercy of unseen forces. Analyze the truth

  6. Suspend Belief: You know that cynical guy at the movies who ridicules and questions every event? Don't be that guy. Myths, like movies, are not like real life. Suspend belief

  7. Visualize: Myths describe amazing settings and incredible creatures. visualize

  8. Expect the Unexpected: Most myths have numerous versions. Just because Disney portrays Hercules as a victim of circumstance doesn't mean he wasn't a hot-headed, immature cry-baby. Expect the unexpected

  9. Analyze Purpose: Explore and discuss what purpose the myth or legend had or has in the particular culture from which it emanates. What does the myth tell the reader about the culture? The Greeks, for example, celebrated fierceness and wisdom in battle as evidenced by The Iliad and The Odyssey. Analyze purpose

  10. Evaluate: Different versions of the same myth exist as do different myths with the same message. Compare similar myths from different cultures and determine the purpose behind the differences evaluate

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