Before you begin your work today, read the plans below:
-Follow the link at the bottom of the page to a powerpoint about the 4 functions of Mythology
-Read the powerpoint
-Summarize, on a separate piece of paper, what each of the 4 functions of mythology is
-Return to this blog posting and make a comment that explains how "The Odyssey" serves at least 2 functions of mythology. In this posting you should make specific reference to the book.
If you have extra time, read back over the descriptions of each of the 4 functions of mythology. You will be having an essay quiz on Monday over books 8 and 9, and in your response you will be asked to explain part of the book according to at least 1 of the 4 functions of myth.
Here is the Link: Joseph Campbell's 4 functions
Get your work done, and be prepared. Have an awesome day, and I will see you on Monday.
-Mr. Trainor
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
April 13 Odyssey questions
I have two questions for you:
Why is it significant that Athena, Goddess of wisdom, is trying to help Odysseus?
What do the Eagles in book two represent?
Be as detailed as possible in your answers, and provide support from internet resources.
Why is it significant that Athena, Goddess of wisdom, is trying to help Odysseus?
What do the Eagles in book two represent?
Be as detailed as possible in your answers, and provide support from internet resources.
Monday, April 4, 2011
Greek God Article
For this assignment, make things as simple as they can be. First, look at a wikipedia article to get an idea for how it should look. Then, get ready to build your own article.
I would suggest working with Microsoft Publisher (this program is available on all school computers). Open a new file, and when the file starts, there will be a list of options on the left side of the screen. Choose the option that says "Web sites and email." After you have done so it will bring up a list of templates in the main part of the screen; choose one.
Then it will load a base template. Erase all existing information so you can start with your information. Remember, this should be as simple as possible, so read these requirements carefully:
You must have:
-An introduction for the article (this should be a paragraph that introduces your god, and tells readers what they can hope to find in the article).
-A table of contents (refer back to your list of important facts)
-Details for each of the important facts about your god
-At least 2 pictures included in the article
That's it. It is very simple in its design, and very specific in its content. Be sure to include all of these things and you will do just fine.
-Mr. Trainor
I would suggest working with Microsoft Publisher (this program is available on all school computers). Open a new file, and when the file starts, there will be a list of options on the left side of the screen. Choose the option that says "Web sites and email." After you have done so it will bring up a list of templates in the main part of the screen; choose one.
Then it will load a base template. Erase all existing information so you can start with your information. Remember, this should be as simple as possible, so read these requirements carefully:
You must have:
-An introduction for the article (this should be a paragraph that introduces your god, and tells readers what they can hope to find in the article).
-A table of contents (refer back to your list of important facts)
-Details for each of the important facts about your god
-At least 2 pictures included in the article
That's it. It is very simple in its design, and very specific in its content. Be sure to include all of these things and you will do just fine.
-Mr. Trainor
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