Prometheus
The Odyssey
Expectations
Essay Writing
100

What did Prometheus want to gift to the humans?

fire

100

What mythological creature lives on the island Odysseus and his crew explore?

Cyclops

100

Where do backpacks go?

On the hook!

100

How can scrap paper help you write an essay?

organize your thoughts, graphic organizer, write notes

200

What does "fire" symbolize in the myth?

knowledge

200

What do Odysseus's crew want to do before the owner of the cave returns?

They want to steal his stuff and go back to the ship.

200

What are 2 ways to follow expectations when walking in the hallway?

Walk silently, Stay in a line, etc.

200

Using RACES, what sentence stem can you use for the E, explain, sentence?

This shows that _______.

300

How was Prometheus punished?

Chained to a mountain with a vulture eating his liver everyday for eternity 

300

What fake name does Odysseus give to Polyphemus?

He says his name is "Nobody".

300

When should you get a pencil for class?

The first 2 minutes of class.

300

Using RACES, what sentence can you use for the C, cite evidence, sentence?

According to the text, "______________".

400

How did Prometheus think fire would help the humans?

Be more civilized (out of the caves, cook food, light, protection)

400

What does Odysseus do to Polyphemus as he is sleeping?

He pokes out his eye, blinding him.

400

What is one expectation to follow when leaving the classroom?

Put all materials away.

Pick up trash.

Get backpack then back to your seat quickly. We will not leave until everyone is back to their seat- even if the bell has rung!

Desk are neat and in order.

400

What is the proper way to cite textual evidence?

"________" (Title, paragraph #).


500

Why did Zeus not want the humans to have fire?

Humans would no longer need/believe in the gods, they would destroy each other.

500

Who is the father of Polyphemus (The Cyclops)?

Poseidon, god of the sea.

500

What are the 3 "R's" for Ranger Expectations?

Respectful, Responsible and make Right choices.

500

Name 3 parts of the introduction paragraph.

Hook, Background Information, Claim