Friday, September 9, 2011

Monday, September 12

Objective: Students will be able to explain how Beowulf represents the archetype of the epic hero.


Journal: List 3 examples of epics and their epic heroes.


Review: epic, epic hero, archetype


Today: 1) Discussion: What is a hero?


2) Class will read Sections 2-4 of "Beowulf" together, starting on pg. 22.  We will examine how Beowulf has the characteristics of an epic hero.


3) Independent Reading: Sections 5-7.  Answer the FIVE yellow questions in the margins.


Exit Slip: Explain how Beowulf fits the archetype of an epic hero (based on his actions/characteristics).


Homework: Study for Friday's quiz on vocab and literary terms.

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