1. I Can:
Analyze two myths in order to determine significant characteristics of the myth genre.
How does an understanding of ancient mythology enhance a reader’s ability to interpret meaning?

2. Elements of Myth Presence of a god or goddess Value or lesson taught
Motivation
Copy in your journal
Presence of a god or goddess
Value or lesson taught
Something in nature explained
Evokes the presence of mystery
Answers: Why are we here? Who are we? What is our purpose?
Plot may involve interplay between worlds

3. It Came from Myth
Process
Open the file attachment to complete the lesson steps and to write your responses.

4. Constellation Cassiopeia
Read the information about Cassiopeia here and here eia/cassiopeia.html
How does this story explain the constellation?
Investigate

5. Assessment
How is myth still alive in our world today? Describe examples from your recent research. Elaborate your response by including specific details.
Assessment

6. Follow-up/Homework
Finish classwork from today and submit it to the TurnIn for this assignment.
Check to see if you didn’t turn in any assignments for this quarter. Look at the assignment list to check. Finish any missing assignment and turn it in.
Polish your Greek mythology character artwork to be ready to present on Friday.