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EPICS
Who's am I??
SAY WHAT??
THEMES
THEM SKILLS!!
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When an author begins piece in the middle of the action
What does the term in medias res mean?
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I am Poseidon
Who am I? I am the father of Polyphemus. I am angry at Odysseus due to the fact that he blinded my son, and had the audacity (nerve) to declare that he committed this violent act.
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What is HOSPITALITY!!! Penelope had no choice but to show hospitality to the arrogant suitors.
This vocabulary word relates taking good care of guests, by providing food, clothing and shelter. Taking care of strangers until they were ready to depart your house was a significant cultural norm/belief
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Themes are life lessons that everyone can learn from. Themes are also major concepts/ideas throughout a text.
What is a theme in literature?
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Characterization is the process authors use to develop characters and create images of the characters for the audience. Direct/Explicit Characterization: When an author provides and states details and traits about the character Indirect/Implicit Characterization: When the author SHOWS the character's personality through their Speech, Thoughts, Effects on others, Actions, and/or Looks
What is the definition of characterization, and what are the two types of this literary device?
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Descriptive words that are applied to characters. The author includes the descriptive words next to the character's name. Examples from The Odyssey: * bright eyed Athena * rosey fingered dawn
What is an epithet? Provide an example from The Odyssey.
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I am Athena!
Who am I? I consulted with my father in efforts to assist him on his journey. I also assist Telemachus with becoming more confident in life. There are times when I am in disguise, and times when I disguise the characters I am trying to help.
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What is a TRANSGRESSION!!! Although the cyclops committed transgressions by eating Odysseus' crew members, Poseidon only focused on Odysseus' transgression of blinding his son.
This vocabulary word relates to a crime someone committed, a crime punishable by law.
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1) Odysseus perseveres through his journey during various times and places. He never gives up on his goal of returning to his home and family. 2) Penelope perseveres through life by tolerating, yet deceiving, the suitors. Although Odysseus has been away for nearly twenty years, Penelope perseveres by holding on to the hope of her true love's return - even when it seemed against all odds 3) Homer evidently develops the theme of Perseverance by showing how Odysseus acts and what he says, while being held captive by Calypso. Calypso will remain perpetually (meaning forever) beautiful being she is immortal. Even when she tempts Odysseus with granting him immortality, Odysseus still does not give up on his everlasting love for Penelope. 3)
What are three examples of how Homer develops the theme of Perseverance (meaning continued effort to do/achieve something despite hardships)
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What is CONFLICT!! GROUPS: INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL
This is a struggle a character (or human) faces. Such struggles are categorized in two groups. What are they?
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When an author begins a work of literature with a prayer to a higher power in order to provide him/her with inspiration, skill, and knowledge to compose his/her piece.
What does the incarnation of the muse refer to?
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I am Polyphemus!!
Who am I? I was minding my own business and hanging out in my own cave, when all of a sudden a group of men entered my abode. I got hungry, so I ate a few of them. But they got me drunk, then stapped the only eye I had! Now I'm blind
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What is OMNISCIENT/OMNISCIENCE!! The gods are ominiscient throughout Homer's The Odyssey.
This vocabulary word means that someone or something is all-knowing, all-seeing, and/or all-wise.
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After Polyphemus is blinded by Odysseus, he prays to his father to make Odysseus' journey filled with conflicts, and to have the entire crew accept Odysseus die on the journey. Poseidon hears his son's prayer, and retaliates against Odysseus. Poseidon feels he is serving justice due to Odysseus' decision. Odysseus returns to Ithaca, disguised as an old beggar. He cunningly plans his revenge against the suitors for their hostile behavior. Odysseus kills the majority of the suitors as well as the ingenuine maids of the palace. Odysseus avenges the suitors for how they treated his wife, son, and palace. Some may think Odysseus went too far, yet others feel that justice was served appropriately.
What are two examples of how Homer develops the theme of Vengeance and Justice?
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What is FORESHADOWING!!!
What literary device gives the reader hints/clues as to what will happen during future plot points? Can you provide an example from the text?
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1) A Hero of Legendary/Larger than Life Proportions. The epic hero is typically well known in his time, often reaching superstar status 2) Involves deeds of superhuman strength and valor. The mortal hero accomplishes feats no real human could 3) Involves supernatural and-or otherworldly forces. Gods, demons, angels, time/space travel, cheating death etc.
What are three elements of an epic?
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I am Calypso!!!
Who am I? I am a beautiful nymph, who rules the island of Ogygia. Men do not exist on my island. However, Odysseus - my hero - entered my world. We were perfect together. We spent romantic time together. I don't know why he STILL wants to go back to Penelope! She has aged and will eventually die. How can he turn up my offer of making him immortal?!
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This is AUDACITY!!! The AUDACITY of the suitors to act the way they did!!
This term relates to rude and disrespectful behavior. This may also relate to extemely bold and daring behavior
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What is FLASHBACK!!!
What is the literary device that writers use to interrupt the chronological sequence of an earlier occurrence within a plot. Authors incorporate this literary device in order to to add drama or suspense, or to fill the reader in on important information. How does Homer demonstrate his usage of this literary device?
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1) Champion of freedom. 1st trait of an Epic hero, that supports the idea of heros fighting with the forces of good v. evil. 2) Courage. 2nd trait of an Epic hero, when the hero continues the journey or task at hand, after they show fear. 3) Possess Super Strength 4) The hero possesses weakness and flaws
What are are at least four elements of an epic hero?
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I am Anticleia - Odysseus' mother!!!
I took my own life due to my internal struggle over missing my son. All I wanted was to know he was safe; however, that news never came. He was shocked when he saw me in The Land of the Dead. I just wish things had gone differently on Earth.
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What is FOREBODING The incarnation of the muse is FOREBODING of the events within an epic.
This vocabulary word means to have a feeling that something bad is going to happen; and omen/prediction
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Odysseus and Penelope's hearts are truly loyal to each other. Even after twenty years of being apart, they still felt the undying love for one another. Although Odysseus' heart was loyal, his body (at times) was not. He made love to Calypso as well as Circe, while Penelope remained loyal and devoted physically, emotionally, and mentally.
How does Homer develop the theme of Loyalty and Devotion throughout the epic? How and why might this theme be questionable depending on the characters' choices and actions?
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What is IRONY!!! DRAMATIC IRONY VERBAL IRONY SITUATIONAL IRONY
When the audience/reader knows something the characters don't The use of sarcasm - meaning the opposite of what is said When the outcome of a situation is the opposite of what was expected to occur