Chapter 8 Ancient Greece Mr. Hollingsworth’s World History November 9, 2017 Section 3 Myths Explain the World
Warm Ups Which epic Greek poem describes the last year of the Trojan War? 2) Which Greek author was considered the most famous lyric poet in ancient times?
Alabama Course of Study Standards 3. Compare the development of early world religions and philosophies and their key tenets. • Identifying cultural contributions of early world religions and philosophies 4. Identify cultural contributions of Classical Greece, including politics, intellectual life, arts, literature, architecture, and science.
Learning Targets I will be able to analyze the epic poetry of Homer in reference to the Iliad and Odyssey. I will identify selected mythological influences present in modern day society to include sports, entertainment, and daily life.
Learning Targets I will be able to use the academic vocabulary of this region and time appropriately. I will be able to analyze the impact of Greek democracy on the ancient and modern world.
Warm Ups Which epic Greek poem describes the last year of the Trojan War? - Iliad 2) Which Greek author was considered the most famous lyric poet in ancient times? - Sappho
Reading Check Why did the Greeks tell fables? - To give advice about life or teach a lesson.
“Section X ” Blue Headings Notes Red Headings Topic w/notes 2nd Topic w/notes Any topics or notes not captured in the initial attempt
Section 3 Myths Explain the World Ancient Greek Literature Greek authors created great works of literature Homer and Epic Poetry Iliad tells the story of the last years of Trojan War (Achilles) Odyssey describes Odysseus journey home Both poems central in education process Great influence on later writers Not sure Homer ever lived Any topics or notes not captured in the initial attempt
Section 3 Myths Explain the World Lyric Poetry Poems set to music Poet played a stringed instrument (Lyre) Sappho most famous poet (female) Fables Stories told to teach important lessons Aesop famous for his fables Animals main characters Not sure Aesop ever existed Any topics or notes not captured in the initial attempt
Section 3 Myths Explain the World Greek Literature Lives Greek lit influenced lang, lit, & art Language -English words and expressions mythology -Ex: titanic , Achilles heel, odyssey etc. -Places, Athens, GA, Atlas Mts. Any topics or notes not captured in the initial attempt
Section 3 Myths Explain the World Literature and the Arts Art inspired by myths Many films feature Hercules Mythological references in sports, Titans, Trojans, Spartans, Argonauts Any topics or notes not captured in the initial attempt
Modern day influences C130 Hercules Aircraft
Modern day influences
Modern day influences
Learning Targets I will be able to use the academic vocabulary of this region and time appropriately. I will be able to analyze the impact of Greek democracy on the ancient and modern world.