The Complexity of Odysseus

Big Idea: What does it mean to be human?

Learning Target: Discuss the main themes and literary devices used in Books 1-7 of The Odyssey

Reading: Read Odyssey 13-18 this week.

Argue ideas, not things!

Agenda:

1. Alex will present her chapter
2. The complex nature of Odysseus activity
3. Write a body paragraph about Odysseus

HTRLLAP Schedule and Slides:

1. Slides for your presentation to the class on Fridays.
2. Schedule of chapter presentations.

Reading Schedule:

1. The Odyssey 1-7 last week
2. The Odyssey 8-12 1/23
3. The Odyssey 13-18 by 1/30
4. The Odyssey 19-24 by 2/6.

Discussion Schedule:

1. TBA