Use these activities in your study of The Odyssey.
1. Create Your Own Monster: This activity requires students to consider the significance of the Cyclops's character--i.e. what facet of humanity does he represent? From this, students create their own monster to reflect characteristics of humans in modern society. The characterization students write must demonstrate thoughtful analysis.
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2. Travel Brochure: This activity assesses students' ability to process details and demonstrate persuasive writing skills. Students design travel brochures for one of the places Odysseus stops on his journey; the brochure must include details about the location (geography, climate, plant/animal life, inhabitants, points of interest, accommodations, etc.) and use persuasive language to make it seem attractive.
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Monday, April 8, 2013
Lord of the Flies Lessons
Use these lessons for your study of Lord of the Flies. All page references for Perigree/Penguin paperback edition.
1. Chapter 5 Symbolism: Students use a passage from the novel (pp. 77-78) to draw and analyze the organization of the platform. They examine the significance of the shape and organization of the meeting space. Click here to view and download the file.
1. Chapter 5 Symbolism: Students use a passage from the novel (pp. 77-78) to draw and analyze the organization of the platform. They examine the significance of the shape and organization of the meeting space. Click here to view and download the file.
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