Continuing to read through Mythology. Today we finished “Phaethon: Son of Apollo”. This is the last mythology piece we will be reading before we move into our 5 paragraph essay and then, into legends. Reminder that there will also be a unit test over this unit of mythology/legends, etc. For any catch up reading, drop by during lunch.
H.W. Finish responding to the questions over the reading (below in case you lost your paper)
Prepare for list 4 roots quiz on Friday
“Icarus” & “Paethon”
#4Analyze Greek Gods: What human qualities do the gods in “Phaethon” display? Include details.
#5Draw Conclusions: On the basis of the myths you have read, what conclusions can you draw about the attitude of ancient Greeks toward human nature? Use examples from the text (in your own words).
#6 Evaluate a character: Was Icarus believable to you? Explain whether you think his thoughts and actions are similar to those of a real person. Also tell whether you think people today can relate to someone like Icarus.
#7 Make inferences: How do you think Daedulus eventually felt about his decision to fly away from Crete? Cite details in your own words from the myth.
