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Ancient Greek Mythology Organizer (Summative Project)

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I. STORY ELEMENTS OF A MYTH: Myths are traditional stories about the lives of the gods and legendary heroes. Besides gods and heroes, the myths also contained monsters, magic, and amazing adventures. The myths of ancient Greece are among the most famous in the world. Ancient Greeks lacked today’s scientific knowledge, so myths were often created to explain the mysteries of nature such as birth, death, disease, storms (natural phenomena), and legendary battles. Gods and Goddesses shared similar characteristics (special quality or trait that makes a person, thing, or group different from others). Gods and Goddesses behaved very much like humans. But unlike humans, they were immortal and had special powers. You will need to read over the info below and at least three myths provided by your

teacher. These include the 12 mini-booklets located in your classroom. These must be read in class when time is given.

II. SHORT RESPONSE: Answer the following questions using complete sentences. Remember to be

descriptive and restate the question in each of your answers. You may refer back to pages 253-254 of your textbook, pages 65 – 76 from your activity folder, and/or the “story elements…” section of this organizer for help.

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2. What purpose did myths serve for the ancient Greek people? __________________________________________________

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3. Describe characteristics of all Greek gods and goddesses. ____________________________________________________

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III. OLYMPIAN GODS/GODDESSES: Research any three Greek Olympian gods/goddesses of your choice by using

the links provided on Mr. Kath’s website (see below) and other resources such as the books provided in the classroom.

Fill in the chart below by listing the required details. Specific characters can be found in Section I of this organizer.

https://rkath.weebly.com (USE the “Fact Files” which are located in homework “assignments”, the Ch. 9 links + lesson summaries

located in “student resources”, or the PDFs shared by your teacher located in your )

Name of god/goddess

Ruler/god of… Describe the symbols

that represent the god/goddess

Facts, powers, background, and/or characteristics

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IV. MY VERY OWN MYTH: Imagine that Zeus has come to you and said that Olympus is lacking a

god/goddess or hero, and he needs you for help. Create a new Olympian (You) and describe him or her

below. Answer the following questions using complete sentences. Remember to be descriptive and

restate the question in each of your answers.

7. What is the unique name of your new god/goddess/hero? _________________________________________________________

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8. What is your connection to Olympus? (Which Greek Olympian god/goddess are you related to?) Explain. _______________________

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9. What power(s) do you have? ______________________________________________________________________________

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10. What is your symbol(s)? Why? ___________________________________________________________________________

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11. What are your personality/character traits? ___________________________________________________________________

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*Personality traits: set of characteristics possessed by a person that determine ones persona; How would others describe you?

12. Who are your friends? Why? (Name other Greek Olympian gods/goddesses) _________________________________________

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13. Who are your enemies? Why? (Name other Greek Olympian gods/goddesses) ________________________________________

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V. STORY FLOWCHART: Refer to the rubric on the next page and then complete #14-21.

Problem / Conflict / Situation:

Setting (location): Characters:

*Before writing your final draft of your myth, please make sure you have completed all five sections of your

organizer. Then check in with your teacher. Remember that this is a SUMMATIVE (test grade) project!

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Ending / Resolution (should lead back to #17 above):

Beginning (introduction to characters, setting, & problem):

Middle (list the events leading to the climax; DESCRIBES creation of #17 above ):

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Natural Phenomenon or Major Landform you will explain in your myth:

Brief Description:

Title:

*FINAL DRAFT RUBRIC CHECKLIST: As you know, myths were often used to explain natural

phenomena. Your challenge is to create your own myth (origins story) to explain some natural phenomena

or land formation being created. It can be anything from the origin of hurricanes to how a mountain range

was created. You will first need to complete the story flowchart to help brainstorm your ideas. Refer back to

page 253 of your textbook, use the provided library books, mini-booklet stories, your activity folder, and/or

internet links for examples.

You MUST include the following (check off each item AFTER you complete your final draft):

Your story should include a title that identifies and gives an idea of what your story is about.

Your story must involve your god/goddess or hero created (#7)

Your story must include at least one other Olympian god/goddess that you researched (#4 – 6)

Your story must have a clear well-written introduction paragraph (introduces reader to characters, setting, and sets the stage for the

conflict without given it away). 4+ sentences

Your story must include a clear well-written paragraph(s); these are your body paragraphs that focus on the conflict and the events

surrounding it. NO plot holes! 5+ sentences

Your story must explain the creation of some natural phenomenon (sunrise, rainbow, aurora, fog, thunder, tornado,

erosion, hurricane, tsunami, frost flower, volcanic eruption, earthquake, etc.) OR some geological landform feature

(mountain range, a large valley, a sea, an ocean, archipelago, lake, peninsula, coral reef, waterfall, etc.). Think about all

of the incredible places we visited this year. You may choose any of those landforms or others from around the world.

Remember that you will be explaining the origins of the phenomenon or landform. Be sure to stretch your sentences with

DETAILS, DETAILS, DETAILS…

Your story must include a clear well-written conclusion/resolution that wraps up your myth. It should lead back to your phenomena

or landform that you explained. Leave the reader with an interesting final impression. 4+ sentences

Your story should clearly show that you know something about Greek mythology by incorporating details about your powers, symbols,

personalities, and other information you learned during your research (sections I – IV of this packet).

You will be creating your own unique ® set on paper provided by the teacher. Refer to the last page of this packet for specific details and expectations.

® SET RUBRIC CHECKLIST: Create a unique set that highlights your myth. Refer to the examples

provided by your teacher. *Your teacher will provide you with a blank template to use for your final draft.

27. Name of your

god/goddess/hero

that you created

22. Title of your Greek myth which becomes the “theme.”

EX. The Wooden Horse, The Golden Touch, Curiosity and the Box,

etc.

23. Draw a picture as a set that depicts one of the major

events from your myth. Remember that this will be the front of

your box that will be on display in several stores around the world.

The illustration should fill this entire box. The picture should be

colored using colored pencil or crayon. Remember to color in your

background too. NO MARKERS or PEN!

28. Name of Greek

Olympian god/goddess

27. – 31. Below will be the back of your box where you will draw the characters from your story that will be

included in the set. Be sure to include symbols that may represent him or her. Ex. Zeus should have a

thunder bolt because he is god of the skies. If you have any extra blank characters below, choose any Greek

god/goddess/hero or monster from your research to complete your set. Color in your backgrounds once finished.

29. Other character

or god/goddess/hero

30. Other character

or god/goddess/hero

31. Other character

or god/goddess/hero

Date of Event:

Title of Set:

Number of Pieces:

24. Year your

myth takes place (A.D. or B.C)

25. Specific name of

the EVENT (climax of story) taking

place in your picture; should not be

the same name as in box 22.

26. How big

is the event? Small is usually

around 100 pieces and large is

around 500 pieces. Pick a number.

Draw their symbol Draw their symbol *If they are a god/goddess, please include their symbol

EXAMPLE ▼

*This set has nothing to do with Greek mythology. Please do NOT try to duplicate this exact sample.*

STUDENT EXAMPLES ▼ *Please do NOT try to duplicate these exact samples.*

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Number of Pieces:

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