When you finish, consider preparing for your in-class essay tomorrow.
- Here is the rubric.
- You are welcome to do some brainstorming in your notebook, but please do not pre-write your essay or any full paragraphs. I will be checking.
Prompts:
- In most Greek myths and plays, hubris (the pride that causes the fall) is viewed as the ultimate problem. Is it still true that this is the ultimate sin? Is it such a big deal? Explain why one would guess that they viewed it this way and why a person today would lean one way or the other.
- Are women portrayed fairly in Greek mythology? What can be gathered about Greek views of women from these stories and characters?
- Why have Greek myths lasted so long in Western culture? What is it about them that people love, desire or relate to? What does that say about today's society?
- A great deal of the New Testament is written in response to Greek culture. Discuss a significant Christian message that addresses a Greek value.
- The myths are full of cruelty on the part of the gods. Giving multiple examples, discuss the reasons for the gods’ cruelty. Is it always justified? What does the cruelty of the gods say about the Greeks’ view of themselves and the world?
- When Chesterton says that "He who has no sympathy for myths, has no sympathy for man," what does he mean? Is this message indeed still true in everyday life and perspective of others?
Finish last myth videos.
Writing: Journal 10: Writing Goals
Writing: Journal 10: Writing Goals
Using the written feedback and especially the rubric, record at least two strengths and two goals to consider as you are soon to be writing another essay.
Grammar: Fixing Run-on Sentences
- EQ: What are the four ways to correct a run-on sentence?
- Click here for notes and exercises dealing with run-ons.
Do you need practice using the four methods to fix a run-on? Click here to practice IXL W.4.
HW: Study Word Parts (15 min) and prepare for the in-class essay tomorrow (15 minutes).
