3/1 Classics

In-class- Read Chapter 8 in Classical Mythology book, and completed Athena discussion questions. (See documents to the right)

HW- None

2/28 Classics

In-class~ Artemis Scavenger Hunt  & brief review

HW~ Bring Classical Mythology (BROWN) books tomorrow

2/27 Classics

In-class- Aphrodite reading check & discussion, partner read of Pygmalion & Adonis myths (Classical Mythology pg. 192-196)

HW- None

2/26 Classics

In-class- Recapped archetypes of first generation Olympians, intro to second generation and concepts of polarity and duality, intro to polarity chart

HW- Classical Mythology pg. 197-205 (Aphrodite & Anchises)

2/25 Classics

In-class~ Discussed nature of Poseidon, Monsters & Other Mythical Creatures ppt.

HW~ Bring BROWN Classical Mythology books tomorrow

2/15 Classics

In-class~ The Rape of Persephone class discussion

HW~ NONE...HAVE A FANTASTIC BREAK! 

2/14 Classics

In-class~ Read Demeter and Persephone (pg. 15 World Mythology) and prepared discussion questions (see below).

HW~ None

Discussion Questions

In this myth we learn more about Demeter, Hades, and Zeus. What do we learn about their character and nature? Support ideas with quotes.

How is the vengeance of Demeter described differently than that of Hera? Why is this important?

This myth is representative of the cyclical nature of life: life, death, and rebirth. How is this personified in the myth? Why would this theme be important to the ancient Greek world?

2/13 Classics

 In-class~ Finished  Clash of the Gods- Zeus, discussed Zeus's lovers and Hera's wrath

HW~ None

2/12 Classics

In-class~ Zeus reading check quiz, watched Clash of the Gods-Zeus

HW~ Print and Read Zeus's Lovers