This Week at a Glance
(October 11-15)
Please plan to enter the scholastic writing contest; entry forms are available online.

Objectives
To demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary appropriate to grade level
To demonstrate an understanding of the writing process
To understand the qualities of an epic hero
To identify and interpret literary devices
To understand the plot of an epic
To develop an understanding of literature through interpretation and analysis
To analyze the development of the characters in The Odyssey
To identify the themes in The Odyssey
Themes
Respect for the gods is essential for survival.
There is moral justice in the world in that wrongdoing is eventually punished.
Self-control or the ability to retain one's emotions and appetites is an essential quality in a civilized person.
A person must show courage and cleverness to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.

Monday
major test (sentence parts and patterns)
Homework - The Odyssey (Read the background information.)
The Odyssey vocabulary (the first thirty words)
Tuesday
The Greek Epic
Wednesday
"I am Odysseus"
Homework -"The Lotus Eaters"
Thursday
"The Cyclops"
Homework - Finish "The Cyclops".
Friday
"The Sirens" and "Scylla and Charybdis"
Homework - "The Cattle of the Sun God"
Study plot notes, literary devices, and themes.

Reminders
There will be a major test on Monday, October 18, 2010; the test will cover Plot Strand II.