The Odyssey Journal Questions

January 7

In at least 3 complete sentences describe three facts about the Trojan War.

January 8Decide if you AGREE of DISAGREE with each statement and explain why in at least one sentence for each.1. The best travel is one that is well planned and

has no surprises2. Good leaders are people who can think on

their feet3. Fear is an excellent motivator4. It is important to be able to adapt to changes

January 9

Write 1 sentence for each of the following words:PlunderedDispatchedMammothAssuageBereftArdorInsidious

January 15

In at least 3 complete sentences describe some characteristics, personality traits, actions, etc. of a hero.

January 16

In at least 3 complete sentences describe who your personal hero is and explain why.

January 20

In at least three complete sentences, summarize Odysseus’ trip so far.

January 21Identify whether each is DIRECT or INDIRECT Characterization1. John is a cheater. 2. Ian rolled his eyes and added, “I wish everybody took school as seriously as I do.” 3. Dalton focused on the video game screen, even as his mother scolded him for not doing his homework. 4. Tommy skipped class for the third time this week. 5. Miss Carney is very intelligent. 6. Ben studied for hours for his Spanish test, but he still failed.

January 23If the statement is direct characterization, rewrite it as indirect. If the statements is indirect characterization, rewrite it so that it is direct.

1. John is a cheater. 2. Ian rolled his eyes and added, “I wish everybody took school as seriously as I do.” 3. Dalton focused on the video game screen, even as his mother scolded him for not doing his homework. 4. Tommy skipped class for the third time this week. 5. Miss Carney is very intelligent. 6. Ben studied for hours for his Spanish test, but he still failed.

January 26

Write 2 DIRECT characterization statements about yourself and 2 INDIRECT characterization statements about yourself.

January 27

Odysseus is a strong hero; however, he has some flaws. Identify one of his flaws and explain how he shows this flaw and what problems this flaw has caused already or may cause in the future.

February 2

What do you predict will happen when Odysseus returns home? Recall Tiresias’ prophecy and keep in mind that he has been gone for 20 years.

Respond in at least THREE complete sentences.

February 3

Explain why the following is NOT an example of an epic simile, and describe what you could add to it to make it an epic simile:

The boat swayed on the waves like a tree in a storm.

February 4

What Greek cultural values were displayed in “Argus,” “The Suitors,” and “Penelope”?

Answer in at least three complete sentences.

February 5

Why do authors (such as Homer) use epic similes in their writing?

February 6

Revisit your predictions from Monday (February 2). Which of your predictions could still be accurate and which must be revised?