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WEEK 9 PACKET ACTIVITIES October 12-16 KNOWLES FALL 2020 PERIOD 4 WEEK 9 PACKET ACTIVITIES October 12-16 This week we will continue our unit study of The Odyssey and learning how ​ ​ the characteristics of an epic hero are relevant today. Please make sure you complete all activities in the packet to receive credit and be marked present. Be sure to write in complete sentences. If you need to contact me, please contact me at (910) 463-2108, (910) 285-7501, or email me at ​[email protected]​. As you are working, if you have questions, please feel free to take pictures of your work and email them to me for feedback. KNOWLES FALL 2020 PERIOD 4 ACTIVITY 1: Forged by Fire This week we will continue reading the novel, ​Forged by Fire​ by Sharon Draper. You should have received a copy from the front office when you picked up your packet. If you didn’t, you will need to come get a copy. R​ ead chapters 11-15​. Complete the questions below. You can write your answers on a sheet of notebook paper and attach it to this packet. Chapters 7-9 1. How did Gerald and Angel get along? 2. What was Jordan's reaction to Aunt Queen's illness? 3. How did Monique act around Jordan? 4. What happened to Aunt Queen? 5. What was Gerald's reaction? 6. Who comforted Gerald in his time of grief? 7. How is life with Monique and Jordan different from living with Aunt Queen? 8. What was the atmosphere/mood of the apartment? 9. What was Jordan and Angel's secret? 10. What do you think will happen next? Chapters 10-12 1. Why was Jordan angry when he found out that Angel's bed was broken? 2. How did Gerald feel about Angel sleeping in the same room? 3. What did Jordan do to Angel when they were alone? 4. What was Angel's reaction? 5. What was Gerald's reaction when he found out Jordan had been alone with Angel? 6. What was Monique's reaction when Gerald suggested that Jordan was molesting Angel? 7. Why did Gerald feel he needed to tell someone about Jordan? 8. Who did Gerald confide in? 9. What was his reaction? 10. What did Monique accuse Gerald and Angel of? 11. What do you think will happen next? Chapters 13-15 1. Who supported Gerald and Angel throughout the trial? 2. What was Monique's reason for going to the trial? 3. What color does the lawyer wear? 4. What was Jordan's reaction towards Monique? 5. What was the outcome of the trial? 6. What did Angel enjoy doing? Why? 7. What sport did Gerald play? 8. Gerald was beginning to feel peaceful until what? 0. What do you think will happen next? KNOWLES FALL 2020 PERIOD 4 ACTIVITY 2: Read and Respond This week you will be reading ​The Odyssey​ - The Cyclops (6:05-27:35) You should have a paper copy of this text (you either picked this up last week or it was given to you in class.) This text is very long and complex. I have broken it down into sections. If you have a phone and can listen to the text read aloud, I would recommend doing that. It’s a difficult text, and being able to listen to it will definitely help. YOU CAN FIND THE ONLINE AUDIO AT: ​https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzFCpEEobVI THE ODYSSEY IN SPANISH: If you need a copy of The Odyssey in Spanish and cannot use your phone/device to access this link, please email me and I will print you a copy to pick up. http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/departamentodeletras/images/a/a9/La_Odisea_-_Homero.pdf/r evision/latest?cb=20090724164351&path-prefix=es Complete the questions below for each section of the text. You should write your answers on a sheet of notebook paper. Answers should be written in complete sentences. Attach your responses to the back of this packet. There are times beside the sections if you need to know where to find it on the audio link above. The Cyclops - Part 1 (6:05-16:40) 1. Where is the Cyclops when Odysseus and his men enter the cave (lines 157-166)? 2. What character flaw does Odysseus reveal when he refuses to leave the cave? 3. Lines 227-240: In what way does Odysseus’ response show that he is “formidable in guile”? 4. What does Odysseus tell the Cyclops happened to the ship? 5. How do lines 244-250 show Odysseus’ ability to think ahead? 6. What heroic qualities does Odysseus reveal as he plots against the Cyclops? 7. What plan do you think Odysseus has in mind by offering the Cyclops wine (Lines 297-302)? 8. What does Odysseus plan to do with the stake that he and his men make? The Cyclops - Part 2 (16:40-27:35) 1. What does Odysseus’ gleeful response to his successful trick reveal about his character? 2. What do you think the other Cyclopes think Polyphemus is saying when he says, “Nohbdy’s tricked me”? 3. Lines 399-415: What details of this speech show that Polyphemus is far less clever than Odysseus? 4. Despite his heroism, what human weakness does Odysseus reveal as he sails away? 5. How do the men escape from Cyclops’ cave? 6. What does Cyclops ask for in his prayer to Poseidon? 7. What admirable qualities does Odysseus show by dividing the sheep among his men? KNOWLES FALL 2020 PERIOD 4 The Cyclops (6:05-27:35)- Thinking Critically 1. What do you think of Odysseus’ plan for escaping from Polyphemus (the Cyclops)? Explain. 2. Before the meeting with the Cyclops, what had Odysseus received from Maron at Ismarus? What does this encounter with Maron reveal about ancient Greek attitudes regarding hospitality? 3. How do Odysseus and his companions expect to be treated by the Cyclops? What “laws” of behavior and attitude does Polyphemus violate? 4. How do Odysseus and his crew escape from the Cyclops? What positive and negative character traits does Odysseus demonstrate in his adventure with the Cyclops? ACTIVITY 3: Odysseus and the Cyclops You have read about Odysseus’ encounter with the Cyclops. If you are able to watch a video clip, please go to ​https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5OERqTniro.​ This video will recap ​ what happened in this section of the epic poem. Complete the quiz below. KNOWLES FALL 2020 PERIOD 4 KNOWLES FALL 2020 PERIOD 4 ACTIVITY 4: Key Traits of Odysseus The following chart includes key traits Odysseus possesses (has) in the Cyclops section of the epic poem. Using your text, find at least one specific detail from the text that proves Odysseus possesses this trait. Then, in the third column explain what this tells you about Odysseus. I have complete “INTELLIGENCE” for you as an example. Key Trait Specific Details from the Cyclops So What Does Tell Section to Prove Odysseus Me About Odysseus Possesses this Trait Intelligence LINES 248-250: “If I killed him we He is smart in realizing that they perished there as well, for we could would be stuck in the cave and die never move his ponderous there if he killed the Cyclops in the doorway slab aside.” cave. This is very smart and shows that Odysseus thinks ahead and considers all options. Resourcefulness (The ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.)​ Strength Bravery Loyalty .
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