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1 Chapter 8 Ancient Greece
Mr. Hollingsworth’s World History November 13, 2017 Section 3 Ancient Greek Literature

2 Warm Ups List two English language words or expressions that come from Greek mythology? 2) This poet used animals as the main characters in his short stories?

3 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.

4 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.

5 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.

6 Warm Ups List two English language words or expressions that come from Greek mythology? - Achilles heel, Midas touch 2) This poet used animals as the main characters in his short stories? - Aesop

7 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

8 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

9 Modern day influences C130 Hercules Aircraft

10 Modern day influences

11 Modern day influences

12 Fables The crow and the pitcher The donkey and the lap dog
The bald man and the fly The ant and the dove Hercules and the Wagoner

13 Morals or lessons of the fables
Crow and the pitcher Little by little does the trick The Donkey and the lap dog Do not desire someone else’s life The bald man and the fly Revenge often hurts the one seeking revenge

14 Morals or lessons the fables
Ant and the dove One good turn deserves another Hercules and the Wagoner Help yourself before you ask for assistance

15 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.

16 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.

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