PPT-The Odyssey

By Homer Translated by Robert Fitzgerald Journal Describe a fantastic voyage you would like to take Where would you go What adventures would you have What changes would you expect to see upon you return. “Why cover the same ground again? ... It goes against my grain to repeat a tale told once, and told so clearly.” . -Homer, The Odyssey. What is an allusion?. An . allusion is a . reference. . within a literary work. Homer and the Odyssey. Following are some notes on Homer and what scholars call the “Homeric Question,” as well as an introduction to the text. My notes follow for Books 1-10; you are responsible for reading the whole epic, so . Comparison. Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? - Summary. Everrett. Ulysses McGill, sick of breaking rocks in the heat of a Mississippi summer, escapes with his two dim accomplices, Delmar and Pete. Trying to reclaim a buried treasure before it’s lost forever underneath a lake, the three make their way to Everett's homestead. Along the way, they meet a conniving one-eyed Bible salesman, a blind prophet, a trio of sexy sirens, and a man who sold his soul to the devil. In their race to reach the treasure before it's flooded, they end up crashing a Ku Klux Klan lynch mob, help a sensitive Baby-Face Nelson rob three banks in two hours, and even have enough time to put out a best selling record as "The Soggy Bottom Boys.". Mr. . Verlin. English 1. 4. . February . – 6 March 2015. Preliminaries (2/18). Skim pp. 651-654 in the book and on a new sheet of paper, make a list of all of the characters we read about so far.. The Odyssey. Identify and explain the elements of a Greek myth. Identify and explain the elements of an epic poem and a hero’s journey. Identify and explain the characteristics of an epic hero. Analyze the relationship between myths and legends and epic poetry. Evaluate Odysseus’ status as an epic hero by analyzing his actions and motives. . One of the most important cultural values in . T. he. . Odyssey. is that of . xenia (hospitality), . a Greek concept encompassing the generosity and courtesy shown to those who are far from home. How is hospitality established as a key value in the epic?. December 2009. 12 Olympian Gods (23 points). Who are the 12 Olympian Gods?. Know their Title, Greek name, Roman name. Realm. Greek Name. Roman name. Greek and . L. atin Roots (40 points). Know the roots from ACT-MOUNT and one word to go with each one. Archetypal Theory. Abby LeGear & Alexandra Arndt. 4A. Definition. The Underworld is a place of horror and despair. It is where all souls go when they die. In religion it is usually where all the souls go if they have not accepted a holy figure to be true, or believe in the righteous path that is taught. In greece that is where ALL souls go when they die, but there are different levels of the underworld.. Comparison. Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? - Summary. Everrett. Ulysses McGill, sick of breaking rocks in the heat of a Mississippi summer, escapes with his two dim accomplices, Delmar and Pete. Trying to reclaim a buried treasure before it’s lost forever underneath a lake, the three make their way to Everett's homestead. Along the way, they meet a conniving one-eyed Bible salesman, a blind prophet, a trio of sexy sirens, and a man who sold his soul to the devil. In their race to reach the treasure before it's flooded, they end up crashing a Ku Klux Klan lynch mob, help a sensitive Baby-Face Nelson rob three banks in two hours, and even have enough time to put out a best selling record as "The Soggy Bottom Boys.". A long, narrative poem that deals with the trials and achievements of a great hero/heroes. What is an odyssey?. Answer: a voyage or journey. The Odyssey . is an epic poem about the journey of Odysseus. He leaves his home to fight in the Trojan War and is gone for 20 years.. . lived around 1200 B.C.E.. was a poet. is traditionally thought to be blind, but describes events as a seeing person. Homer. Composed the . Iliad. and the . Odyssey, . . epic. poems about the war between the Trojans and the Greeks set in 900-700 . Epic. Myth. A long narrative poem that tells about the adventures of a great hero. Epics embody the values of the people who tell them.. A traditional story rooted in a particular culture that usually explains a belief, ritual, or mysterious natural phenomenon. . How do you define a hero or heroine? . Create a list of character traits heroes and heroines possess. (At least 5). Choose an individual from our society who represents or embodies your definition and character traits. . Julie Lake, MPA, CTRS. Health and Wellness Coordinator. Senior Neighbors, Inc.. Life Long Cognitive Engagement:. The Research. 1999 AARP study showed that 90% of adults age 50 and older planned to continue learning as they age..