Unit Questions
1. How can a person become a hero?
2. How can purpose affect a person’s point-of-view? Why is it important to examine research for biases?
Essential Learning Goals
Cite strong and thorough text evidence to support analyses of what texts say explicitly, as well as inferences drawn from
texts, including determining where texts leave matters uncertain. (RL.11–12.1)
Determine authors’ points of view or purposes in texts in which rhetoric is particularly effective, analyzing how style and
content contribute to texts’ power, persuasiveness, or beauty. (RI.11–12.6)
Introduce precise, knowledgeable claims, establish significance of claims, distinguish claims from alternate or opposing
claims, and create organization that logically sequences claims, counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. (W.11–12.1a)
Use a variety of techniques to sequence events so they build on one another to create a coherent whole and build
toward particular tone and outcome (e.g., sense of mystery, suspense, growth, resolution). (W.11–12.3c)
objectivity
theme
ethical appeal
credibility
explanatory language
cause and effect
Key Vocabulary
subjectivity
logical appeal
synthesize
speaker
justifying language
perspective
dialogue
emotional appeal
diverse points of view
opposing arguments
empirical evidence
evaluating
How will we learn these terms and answer the unit questions?
- Students will teach a lesson based on one book from The Iliad (see backside for assignments)
- Students will analyze unit questions through short constructed responses
- Supports: Literature circles, discussion strategies, Socratic seminar
- Students will synthesize information from an article to support his or her claim for essay to answer unit question(s)
End Task: Students will create a poster outlining his or her answer to unit question 1
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How can a person become a hero?
Teaching The Iliad in World Literature Honors
Groups of students will present to the class the prominent books from the 24 books of The Iliad.
Guidelines for teaching
The students will split the responsibilities for teaching the class about the book:
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Discussion Questions to give to the class to answer independently or to discuss out loud as a class
Vocabulary
Gods/Goddesses background (if any are mentioned in book)
Plot/Overall story
Meaningful quotes and interpretation
Literary features
Remember, you are responsible for keeping the class engaged with the lesson so they will learn about the content you are teaching.
Listed below are the assigned books and teaching dates. Please sign up for one. YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR BEING IN CLASS ON
THAT DAY AND WORKING WITH YOUR GROUP. If you know you are going to be absent on a certain day, please do not sign up for
that day.
PERIOD 2
Book 2
4/21/15
Book 3
4/23/15
Book 6
4/27/15
Book 9
4/30/15
Book 11
5/4/15
Book 16
5/6/15
Book 18
5/8/15
Book 19
5/12/15
Book 22
5/14/15
Book 24
5/18/15 (4 people)
1 Stephanie Zambrano
2 Alison Palafox
3 Helen Tran
1 Samuel Ramos
2 Brianna Brock
3 Nico Carrion-Hernandez
1 Manuel Martinez
2 Tommy Bui
3 Victor Horta
1 Vanessa Lopez-Perez
2 Amairany Rivera-Deoses
3 Zoey Zurkoski
1 Anahi Hermosillo
2 Jennifer Almaraz-Alvarado
3 Renata Ayoub
1 Ilecia Mares
2 Eufemia Medina
3 Ann Than
1 Lizette Vasquez
2 Kimberly Lujan
3 Josbert Muhigirwa
1 Brenna Funk
2 Emma Kaspersen
3 Flor Vega
1 Sally Le
2 Aimar Amezcua-Sandoval
3 Kaley Sanchez
1 Casey Wagner
3 Avery Torrez
2 Tommy Herndon
4 Ray Borbon
How do I teach the class about the book?
Think of how teachers relay information to you and what you think works best. Does it work well when your teacher stands in the
front and talks for 30 minutes with no discussion or visual aids? Is there a video you can use?
 As a group, you must include in your lesson:
 Summary of the book
 Activity to for students to do in order to create notes for the book
 Meaningful quotes and interpretation
 Vocabulary (if any)
 Gods/Goddesses explanations (if present in book)
 Literary Features
How you teach the lesson is up to you and your group. See the guide with the dates you will teach your lesson. YOU ARE
RESPONSIBLE FOR BEING IN CLASS THAT DAY!!! This is not an assignment that can be made up easily. We would have to have a
parent conference if you miss you day to teach in class. Don’t let your group down!
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BOOK ANALYSIS: The Iliad
Period
Book 1
Due Friday, April 17, 2015
YOUR Title:
Major characters on Greek side
Major characters on Trojan side
Gods on Greek side
Gods on Trojan Side
Summary of Book 1
Example (direct quote from book) of literary device:
Drawing/symbol of literary device:
Caption:
How does this literary device support the meaning of the scene?
Presentation of Book 1 – Done by Mrs. Testa
List at least one question you can ask the group about the book or content presented:
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List one new connection or realization about this book based on the presentation:
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Did this presentation satisfy your learning for this book? Address the following in your answer:
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On a scale of 1-5, the group showed a _____ understanding of the book presented.
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3 – basic understanding
5 – deep understanding of events, concepts, and themes
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BOOK ANALYSIS: The Iliad
Period
Book 2
Due Tuesday, April 21, 2015
YOUR Title:
Major characters on Greek side
Major characters on Trojan side
Gods on Greek side
Gods on Trojan Side
Summary of Book 1
Example (direct quote from book) of literary device:
Drawing/symbol of literary device:
Caption:
How does this literary device support the meaning of the scene?
Presentation of Book 2
List at least one question you can ask the group about the book or content presented:
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List one new connection or realization about this book based on the presentation:
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3 – basic understanding
5 – deep understanding of events, concepts, and themes
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BOOK ANALYSIS: The Iliad
Period
Book 3
Due Thursday, April 23, 2015
YOUR Title:
Major characters on Greek side
Major characters on Trojan side
Gods on Greek side
Gods on Trojan Side
Summary of Book 1
Example (direct quote from book) of literary device:
Drawing/symbol of literary device:
Caption:
How does this literary device support the meaning of the scene?
Presentation of Book 3
List at least one question you can ask the group about the book or content presented:
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List one new connection or realization about this book based on the presentation:
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Did this presentation satisfy your learning for this book? Address the following in your answer:
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5 – deep understanding of events, concepts, and themes
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BOOK ANALYSIS: The Iliad
Period
Book 6
Due Monday, April 27, 2015
YOUR Title:
Major characters on Greek side
Major characters on Trojan side
Gods on Greek side
Gods on Trojan Side
Summary of Book 1
Example (direct quote from book) of literary device:
Drawing/symbol of literary device:
Caption:
How does this literary device support the meaning of the scene?
Presentation of Book 6
List at least one question you can ask the group about the book or content presented:
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List one new connection or realization about this book based on the presentation:
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5 – deep understanding of events, concepts, and themes
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BOOK ANALYSIS: The Iliad
Period
Book 9
Due Thursday, April 30, 2015
YOUR Title:
Major characters on Greek side
Major characters on Trojan side
Gods on Greek side
Gods on Trojan Side
Summary of Book 1
Example (direct quote from book) of literary device:
Drawing/symbol of literary device:
Caption:
How does this literary device support the meaning of the scene?
Presentation of Book 9
List at least one question you can ask the group about the book or content presented:
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List one new connection or realization about this book based on the presentation:
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Did this presentation satisfy your learning for this book? Address the following in your answer:
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BOOK ANALYSIS: The Iliad
Period
Book 11
1
Due
DueTuesday,
Monday,April
May21,
4, 2015
YOUR Title:
Major characters on Greek side
Major characters on Trojan side
Gods on Greek side
Gods on Trojan Side
Summary of Book 1
Example (direct quote from book) of literary device:
Drawing/symbol of literary device:
Caption:
How does this literary device support the meaning of the scene?
Presentation of Book 11
List at least one question you can ask the group about the book or content presented:
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List one new connection or realization about this book based on the presentation:
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Did this presentation satisfy your learning for this book? Address the following in your answer:
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5 – deep understanding of events, concepts, and themes
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BOOK ANALYSIS: The Iliad
Period
Book 16
Due Wednesday, May 6, 2015
YOUR Title:
Major characters on Greek side
Major characters on Trojan side
Gods on Greek side
Gods on Trojan Side
Summary of Book 1
Example (direct quote from book) of literary device:
Drawing/symbol of literary device:
Caption:
How does this literary device support the meaning of the scene?
Presentation of Book 16
List at least one question you can ask the group about the book or content presented:
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List one new connection or realization about this book based on the presentation:
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Did this presentation satisfy your learning for this book? Address the following in your answer:
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3 – basic understanding
5 – deep understanding of events, concepts, and themes
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BOOK ANALYSIS: The Iliad
Period
Book 18
Due Friday, May 8, 2015
YOUR Title:
Major characters on Greek side
Major characters on Trojan side
Gods on Greek side
Gods on Trojan Side
Summary of Book 1
Example (direct quote from book) of literary device:
Drawing/symbol of literary device:
Caption:
How does this literary device support the meaning of the scene?
Presentation of Book 18
List at least one question you can ask the group about the book or content presented:
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List one new connection or realization about this book based on the presentation:
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Did this presentation satisfy your learning for this book? Address the following in your answer:
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3 – basic understanding
5 – deep understanding of events, concepts, and themes
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BOOK ANALYSIS: The Iliad
Period
Book 19
Due Tuesday, May 12, 2015
YOUR Title:
Major characters on Greek side
Major characters on Trojan side
Gods on Greek side
Gods on Trojan Side
Summary of Book 1
Example (direct quote from book) of literary device:
Drawing/symbol of literary device:
Caption:
How does this literary device support the meaning of the scene?
Presentation of Book 19
List at least one question you can ask the group about the book or content presented:
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List one new connection or realization about this book based on the presentation:
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Did this presentation satisfy your learning for this book? Address the following in your answer:
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5 – deep understanding of events, concepts, and themes
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BOOK ANALYSIS: The Iliad
Period
Book 22
Due Thursday, May 14, 2015
YOUR Title:
Major characters on Greek side
Major characters on Trojan side
Gods on Greek side
Gods on Trojan Side
Summary of Book 1
Example (direct quote from book) of literary device:
Drawing/symbol of literary device:
Caption:
How does this literary device support the meaning of the scene?
Presentation of Book 22
List at least one question you can ask the group about the book or content presented:
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List one new connection or realization about this book based on the presentation:
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Did this presentation satisfy your learning for this book? Address the following in your answer:
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5 – deep understanding of events, concepts, and themes
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BOOK ANALYSIS: The Iliad
Period
Book 24
Due Monday, May 18, 2015
YOUR Title:
Major characters on Greek side
Major characters on Trojan side
Gods on Greek side
Gods on Trojan Side
Summary of Book 1
Example (direct quote from book) of literary device:
Drawing/symbol of literary device:
Caption:
How does this literary device support the meaning of the scene?
Presentation of Book 24
List at least one question you can ask the group about the book or content presented:
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List one new connection or realization about this book based on the presentation:
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Did this presentation satisfy your learning for this book? Address the following in your answer:
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What did you want to see/hear in this presentation?
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On a scale of 1-5, the group showed a _____ understanding of the book presented.
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5 – deep understanding of events, concepts, and themes