Unit Goals:
Reading:
Writing:
- Identify elements of the Monomyth in literature and popular culture and explain its power.
- Identify the conventions of epic literature and explain how they enhance an epic narrative.
- Explain the relevance of an ancient text to modern readers.
Writing:
- Contextualize evidence in body paragraphs in a way that is considerate of the reader.
Resources:
Below, you will find a link to the full text of The Odyssey, divided by reading assignment. In order to download these PDFs to an iPad, you will first have to add them to your Google Drive.
Tips for Reading and Annotation Requirements
Below, you will find the presentation and information that students received before beginning The Odyssey, which outlines tips for reading, as well as guidelines for annotations, which they will be required to make throughout their reading of the text.