1. Odyssey Opener #1 Epic Tells a story Narrative
Match the term and definition. Write out each completely.
Term
Definition
Epic
Narrative
Myth
Tells a story
A traditional story for a culture
Story about a hero

2. Mythological Trading Cards HW
You are to create a trading card for your assigned character/setting
The top portion of your card (no more than ½) will contain a picture.
The bottom portion of your card will display facts about your character/setting.

3. Odyssey Opener #2
What do you think can be a hero’s weaknesses? Why?

4. Quick Note #2
Invocation comes from the word “invoke.” What do you think this word means? (you may use your smart phones)
Invoke
Verb
Cite or appeal to (someone or something) as an authority for an action or in support of an argument.
Call on (a deity or spirit) in prayer, as a witness, or for inspiration.

5. Reflective Writing (at least 1 paragraph)
Do you think Odysseus made the right decision to leave Calypso’s island?
Odysseus loves his family, but has been away for 20 years. His family may or may not still be waiting for him and Calypso has offered him immortality if he stayed.

6. Odyssey Opener #3
In a complete paragraph (5-7 sentences) answer the following questions: Do you identify with any particular group/culture? If someone asked you: “Who are you?” How would you identify yourself?

7. Opener #3 continued
Reread your paragraph about yourself. What kinds of things did you say? Did you talk about where you were from? Who your family is? What your hobbies/interests are? Think about what is essential to being you. Come up with a one sentence description of yourself that you will write in your composition book and be willing to share with the class.

8. The Lotus Eaters ORQ *Reminders for writing
Your response should be a minimum of 2 paragraphs.
A paragraph is 5-7 sentences.
Sentences begin with a capital letter and end with a period.
Slang (wanna, gonna, IDK) is not appropriate for school writing.

9. What is a Cyclops? Draw what you imagine.
Odyssey Opener #4
What is a Cyclops? Draw what you imagine.

10. Odyssey Opener #5
What is a biography?

11. What has Odysseus done to show he is a strong leader?
Odyssey Opener #6
What has Odysseus done to show he is a strong leader?

12. Odyssey Opener #7
What has been your favorite adventure that Odysseus has gone on so far? What about the situation sparked your interest?

13. Odyssey Opener #8
Odysseus has been away from Ithaca for 20 years. How do you think his wife and son feel about him now?

14. Opener #9
What is the biggest challenge faced in your biography? How was it dealt with?

15. Odyssey Exit Slip #10
Do you consider the ending of the Odyssey to be a “happy ending”? Why or why not?

16. Odyssey Opener #11
References to a well known story in another work are called allusions. What examples of allusions to The Odyssey or Greek mythology in pop culture can you name?

17. Nike in Mythology
Winged Greek goddess of victory, in battle or peaceful competition.

18. Nike in business Billion dollar company
Specializing in athletic apparel

19. Amazon in Mythology
A race of powerful women warriors trained in archery and combat.

20. Amazon in Business One of the country’s largest booksellers
One of the most powerful online retail companies.

21. Ajax in Mythology
Mythological warrior famous for his strength and power
the only character in the epic poem The Illiad who fought in the Trojan War without help from the gods.

22. Ajax in business
Household cleaner that uses the slogan “Stronger than Dirt!”

23. Midas in Mythology
Mythological King who had the power to turn everything he touched to gold.

24. Midas in Business
A car repair company specializing in brake and muffler repair.
Their famous slogan: “Trust the Midas touch”

25. Composition books due!