Literary Elements
A Simile
In the word Biology, which part of the word is a greek root word?
Bio
How many dogs do Mr.Poff and Mrs.E have combined?
4
Ares is the god of ______
War
What sporting EVENT are the Greeks known for that we have in our current culture today?
"She has a heart of gold" What figurative language is this?
Metaphor
If the greek root word dem- means people, what does democracy mean?
A system of government elected by the people
What is Mrs.E's favorite drink?
Coffee
There is a myth that Athena and _______ competed with each other for a coastal town.
Poseidon
What food was grown by the Ancient Greeks? (name at least two)
Olives, Figs, Wheat, Garlic, Grapes, Pomegranates, Beans, Lentils, Peas)
Plot
The Greek root “geo” is found in geography and geology, and it means this.
Earth
What sport did Mrs.E play in college?
Soccer
This king of the gods ruled from Mount Olympus.
Zeus
Ancient Greeks often gathered in the agora, which was this kind of place.
Marketplace/ public meeting place
_______ occurs when events or words are the opposite of what is expected, creating a sense of surprise, humor, or deeper meaning in literature, rhetoric, and everyday situations.
Irony
The root “chron” is in the word chronological, and it means this
Time
Name two sports that Mr.Poff has coached
-Track and Field
-Football
-Wrestling
She is the goddess of wisdom and the protector of Athens.
Athena
Wealthy Greek women often wore jewelry made of this precious metal, sometimes decorated with gemstones.
Gold
"Achilles Heel" is an example of what literary element
An Allusion
The root “philo” or “phil” means this, which is why a philosopher is called a “lover of wisdom.”
Love
Name at least one of Mr.Poff's other businesses outside of teaching?
-Metal Sculpting
-Real Estate (property investment)
Name at least two of Zeus's siblings
Hestia, Demeter, Hera, Hades, Poseidon, Chiron
Ancient Greek men and women usually wore these simple garments made from one large piece of cloth.
Tunic