1. Plato’s Allegory of the Cave What is real? What if we knew the truth?

2. Allegory A story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one

4. Discussion Questions 1. Glaucon says the people in the story are "strange prisoners." Socrates then gives the stunning reply that they are "like ourselves." Why do you suppose Socrates compares us to these prisoners? 2. What do the shadows stand for? 3. What do you think are the "shadows" in our society? In your life? 4. According to this story, what is enlightenment?

5. Talhotblonde: Make a graph on a sheet of paper as you watch the film. Examples of the REALITYExamples of the FANTASY

6. Remember Intro (hook, summary of major works to be used, including authors and titles of their works) Thesis—Answers the question and contains the argument—Topic + Opinion Body paragraphs—Integrate quotes by Topic Sentence Contextualizes sources to be used Quote (MLA Format) Explanation of quote Conclusion—End with a bang. Remind the reader of how you started.