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Introduction to The Odyssey

Introduction to The Odyssey. Explain what a hero is. Give an example from your own experience or impressions. Describe his or her qualities. ___________________is a hero to me because he/she is __________ a nd ___________. He/she shows these qualities when ____________

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Introduction to The Odyssey

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  1. Introduction to The Odyssey Explain what a hero is. Give an example from your own experience or impressions. Describe his or her qualities. ___________________is a hero to me because he/she is __________ and ___________. He/she shows these qualities when ____________ ____________________. This is admirable because _______________ __________________________.

  2. Example Explain what a hero is. Give an example from your own experience or impressions. Describe his or her qualities. Jessica Bragdonis a hero to me because she is brave and compassionate. She shows these qualities when she supports her students in a mentoring program called Sources of Strength. She helps students help each other through issues such as depression and bullying. This is admirable because she turned a personal tragedy into a cause that she is dedicated to. I know she has made a difference in the lives of many young people.

  3. or Illustration any word or phrase applied to a person or thing to  describean actual or attributed quality • Can be used as a nickname or term of endearment • Can be used as ridicule or to make fun of someone • A quick way to sum up a person and what • he or she is known for epithet That man skilled in all ways of contending - Odysseus Hermes the WayfinderDivine CalypsoThe great Odysseus Bob Jane Doe Lord Zeus Her ladyship Her majesty

  4. Vocabulary Activity 1 – The Odyssey Create Frayer Models for the following vocabulary words: • plunder -v- to steal; to rob of goods by force • valor -n- bravery • formidable -adj- arousing feelings of fear, dread or awe; difficult to overcome • guile -n- trickery; dishonesty; craftiness • irked -adj- troubled; tormented; plagued

  5. Background Notes If absent for background notes, go to the following website and handwrite Cornell notes in your notebook. http://eienglish.org/odybkg.pdf

  6. Today’s Objectives Learning Targets Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown words. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language. Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives. Come to discussions prepared, having read material under study. Language Targets • Share Frayer Models for new vocabulary. • Share markings from the first episode.

  7. Epithet - any word or phrase applied to a person or thing to describe an actual or attributed quality Warm Up – Create an epithet for yourself and/or a friend. Be prepared to share.

  8. Vocabulary Activity 3– The Odyssey Create Frayer Models for the following vocabulary words: • ravage – v. destroy violently; ruin • profusion – n. large supply • sage – adj. wise; n. one who is distinguished for wisdom • adversary – n. enemy • stealth – n. secret; sneaky action or behavior

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