1. Bellringer—Friday
Directions: Use quotation marks, capital letters, and any other punctuation necessary to rewrite the following sentences correctly. Write “Correct” if the sentence does not need any additional punctuation.
Are we there yet she asked.
The engineer told us that the bridge would support the truck.
I am tired the boy said and then drifted off to sleep.
Excuse me he said do you have the time?

2. “Twenty Years Gone”
The Odyssey Part 2

3. I Can… Read Book Thirteen of The Odyssey.
(9-10.RL.KID.1)
For each major episode of Book Thirteen, describe Odysseus’s actions and motivations using academic and domain-specific words and phrases.
(9-10.RL.KID.3, 9-10.L.VAU.5)

4. What You’ll Need for the Lesson
Paper
A writing utensil
A copy of the text

5. In Part 1 of The Odyssey, Odysseus and his companions face many perils on their voyage from Troy to Ithaca. At some moments, they are tempted to forsake their voyage; at others, their lives are endangered by powerful enemies. Ultimately, Odysseus’ men bring about their own destruction at the hand of Zeus when they kill the cattle belonging to Helios.
As Part 2 begins, Odysseus is alone when he reaches Ithaca after a twenty-year absence.
Take two minutes to write a response to the following on your paper: what do you predict will happen when Odysseus arrives home?
Review and Anticipate

6. How did disguising Odysseus save his life
How did disguising Odysseus save his life? What would have happened if he had not had a disguise?

7. Lines 997-1015 on page 1090: Whole Class Discussion
Who helps Odysseus once he gets back to Ithaca?
To whom is Athena visible?
In lines we hear Athena address Odysseus. Where/from whom have we heard these same words before?
Why does Athena want to help Odysseus?

8. Lines 1016-1068—Write—Pair—Share
Read the lines specified above, then write a description of the encounter between Odysseus and Telemachus.
Where in this section of the text do we see one of Odysseus’ famous epic similes?

9. With someone sitting directly behind, in front of, or beside you, read the lines to the left and answer the questions below.
What might surprise Telemachus in lines ? Why would it be surprising?
What plan does Odysseus contrive to defeat the suitors?
What role will Telemachus play in that plan?
What is Odysseus’ one warning to his son? Why do you think this is a critical part of the plot.
Lines : Partner Work