“It’s a ‘Make-a-Good-Start’ Monday!” January 5, 2009 Mr. Houghteling Survey Literature “It’s a ‘Make-a-Good-Start’ Monday!” January 5, 2009 Mr. Houghteling

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Quickwrite 2.6 – A cluster diagram of HERO D.O.L – 2.7 and 2.8— AGENDA Quickwrite 2.6 – A cluster diagram of HERO D.O.L – 2.7 and 2.8— Begin background of The Odyssey (page 886).

Quickwrite 2.6 At the bottom of the page, define the word HERO. Create a cluster diagram with the word HERO in the middle. On the left side, indicate any PHYSICAL qualities that a hero may have or usually has. On the right side, indicate any MENTAL qualities that a hero may have or usually has.

D.O.L. 2. 7 – Incorrect the greek blind poet, Homer—he seem to have knowledge of event, and kingdoms, handed down from way way long befor his time

D.O.L. 2. 8 – Incorrect Altho he display many fine qualitys one hero—Odysseus, also reveel his weekness’s

D.O.L. 2. 7 – Correct The blind Greek poet, Homer, seems to have knowledge of events and kingdoms handed down from long before his time.

D.O.L. 2. 8 – Correct Although he displays many fine qualities, one hero, Odysseus, also reveals his weaknesses.

Background on Homer and The Odyssey Read pages 887-889. Highlight the most important information, and create notes for yourself from each section of text. Finish your notes for homework!