Homer S Iliad Book 22 a Visual Review

Homer’s Iliad – Book 22 – A Visual Review Name ______

The figurative (or descriptive) language in Book 22 of the Iliad has inspired artists, graphic novelists, and filmmakers alike. Homer’s description of the climactic battle scene between Achilles and Hector helped Greek audiences visualize the drama. In 800 BCE, hearing Book 22 performed was the equivalent of watching a television finale or a long-awaited summer blockbuster. The descriptions were just as important as the outcome of the story. The language made the story real.

To fully appreciate the descriptive language, re-visit the passages noted and complete the following “visual” review. You may use your book or your study guide to help complete this review. You will draw some scenes and paraphrase others.

Review 1 Paraphrase Hector’s internal dialogue Write a monologue that summarize the issues lines 10 – 50 (1st person, as if Hector is speaking): that fuel Achilles’ rage up to this point (1st person, as if Achilles is speaker):

Review 2 – In the comic strip panels below, illustrate the epic similes Homer uses to describe “chase sequence” in Book 22. Lines are indicated in the caption box. Do your best to draw the images described in the similes; add a caption or label pictures if needed.

(Lines 5-8) (Lines 81-92) (Lines 117 – 123) Review 3 Paraphrase Athena’s response to Zeus (lines 103 – 116) (1st person): Paraphrase Zeus’ response to Hector’s plight (lines 94 – 102) (1st person):

Review 4 – Choose three specific scenes in the fight sequence to illustrate. These scenes should have clear descriptions and good imagery to inspire your drawing (examples: lines 233 – 241, 255 – 263, 270 – 282, 358 – 369). Add captions.

Review 5 – Write a summary sentence stating how each of the following themes develops in Book 22.

HONOR – ______

FATE - ______Achilles thoughts (How would Achilles describe the sources of his accumulating rage? How would he express his plans for Hector? Be sure the use the language of an enraged man.)

Hector’s thoughts (Paraphrase Hector’s inner dialogue on page

Three epic similes describing enemies. (realistic view)?

Paraphrase Zeus and Athena

Paraphrase Hector and Achilles “pact” outcome of spears / sworfight

Hector’s last request / response