ANTIGONE, the courageous daughter of OEDIPUS, was introduced to you today!

If you missed class on Friday, October 8th we accomplished the following:



1. I introduced the myth of "ANTIGONE" (pg. 273). MAKE SURE YOU READ THE MYTH! "Antigone" is the companion piece to "Oedipus." It is the myth of what happens to Oedipus after he blinds himself and is banished from Thebes. Antigone is the oldest female child of Oedipus and Jocata. We read the myth in class, and then started reading the play "Anitgone" by Sophocles together. We did not finish reading in class, so make sure you have read the blue copy of the play by Tuesday.  YOU WILL HAVE A QUIZ OVER "ANTIGONE" ON TUESDAY. It was originally written as a myth, and then retold as a drama by Sophocles.  It is a story about doing what is honorable and just, even when you are the only individual who has the courage to behave with such fortitude. Please make sure you are familiar with the characters of Creon, Haemon, Antigone, Etoecles, Polynieces, and Ismene for your quiz.
 
2.  We viewed a clip from Oedipus performed by the London Shakespeare Company. I shared this with everyone as a review.
 
3. We then proceeded to read the "Antigone" myth, followed by the dramatic version of the myth.
 
4. Everyone submitted their plot maps. I can't wait to read them!
 
HOMEWORK:
1YOUR QUIZ covering "Oedipus," Greek theater and "Antigone" will take place on TUESDAY. PLEASE STUDY for your quiz. Yes, you are welcome to make flashcards.
 
PART 1 of TUESDAY'S QUIZ:
The literary tool of irony is significant to the plot of "Oedipus." As part of your quiz on Thursday, you will respond to ONE of FOUR quotes. I will ask that you explain the irony of the chosen question in relationship to the plot of Oedipus. Your response must be thorough. Responding with, "This section is ironic because Oedipus does not realize Laius is his father," is not detailed enough. You will need to explain ALL the circumstances behind the quote that you "pull from the bag." You will not be able to use your textbook or notes for the quiz. This is why you must READ YOUR MYTH, my fine young friends! You do have access to the questions, as they are below, and you can consider a strong response for each one.

1. "He left his home, Corinth, where he was held to be the son of the king, Polybus, and the reason for his self exile was another Delphic oracle. Apollo had declared that he was fated to kill his father."

2. "...whoever had murdered King Laius must be punished. Oedipus was relieved. Surely the man or men could be found after all these years, and they should know well how to punish him."

3. He spoke to his people..."Let no one of this land give him shelter. Bar him from your homes, as one defiled, companioned by pollution. And solemnly I pray, may he who killed wear out his life in evil, being evil."
4. "No one suffered more than Oedipus. He regard himself as the father of the whole state; the people in it were his children; the misery of each one was his too."

PART 2 of TUESDAY'S QUIZ:
1. You will be given a list of word associated with Greek theater. Your quiz will require that you explain Greek drama using the list of words that you select. The best way to prepare for this portion of your quiz is to MAKE FLASHCARD!

PRACTICE QUIZ for "ANTIGONE"
Instructions: Please identify the speaker or character referenced by the BOLD text.

1.You consider it right for a man of my years experience to go to school to a boy?
2. His bride in the house of the dead.
3. "You will grant me this..... one wish to bury my body in Thebes. I wish to always be a part of the land I love."
4. Which laws were stronger, those of morality or politics? For her, there was no question."
5. "You can't do that! It would be against the law. I don't have the strength to help you."
6. "Double the watch ! I want to find out who dared disobey me."
7."IT is not right if I am wrong, But if I am young, and right, what does my age matter?"
8. "I beg you, do not be unchangeable."
9. "This last flower of Oedipus' line drank the sunlight! Yet now a passionate word and a handful of dust have closed up all its beauty."
10."Before the sun sets this day, you shall pay twice. Yes, there will be two more corpse in return for one! And their blood will be on your hands."


I will look forward to seeing you on Thursday! Please don't miss class!

GREEK DRAMA for today, October 6th, 2010!

Dear Mythology Kids,


IF YOU MISSED CLASS TODAY....


If you missed class today, please make sure you read  the myth of "Oedipus" located on pages. 268-273 in your textbook. You will have a QUIZ over the myth and Greek drama on Tuesday, October 11th! PLEASE READ THE MYTH! What we do in class on Friday is important concerning your schema regarding "Oedipus." This is a valuable piece of literature, as it was originally written as a narrative, and then transformed to a play by Sophocles. It also contains the literary element of IRONY, which adds to the plot line.

This image depicts a theater troupe performing "Oedipus Rex. " Oedipus is in the middle, and the Greek chorus is surrounding him.

We reviewed the three different types of IRONY today in class.
1. Dramatic Irony: This occurs when the audience is aware of specific information that characters are not.
2. Irony of Situation or Situational Irony: This occurs when the outcome of a literary work turns out differently than what the audience originally anticipated.
3. Verbal Irony: This occurs when a characters means the opposite of what they say.

We completed your handout regarding Greek Theater. Please visit with someone in class.





Ancient Greek theater mask. The Greeks used masks to help indicated emotion and the type of drama being performed. This image depicts a TRAGIC mask.

HOMEWORK:

1. Please read "Oedipus" on pages 268-272
2. PLOT MAP is due on Friday.
3. Your quiz on Greek Theater will take place on Tuesday, October 12th.

 



GREEK DRAMA was introduced to you today, oh, and the THRONES were submitted!

Dear Mythology Kids,

I think your THRONES are so clever and I look forward to interviewing you about your design choices. Please note that I will "INVITE" you to FLEX over the next two weeks in order to discuss and review your thrones.

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I introduced the myth of "Oedipus" to you today (Monday, October 4th) as a catalyst for understanding Greek Drama. I have included some additional images below from those I shared with you class. This myth is extremely significant, as it illustrates the ancient Greeks desire and ability to take their myths and transfer them to the genre of drama.

1. You were introduced to TWO VOCABULARY WORDS: Saturnine and Hermetically
Please visit with someone in class regarding the definition and etymology for each word.

2. We started our discussion regarding GREEK DRAMA. You can obtain a copy of the handout when you return to class.

HOMEWORK:
1. Please read the myth entited "Dionysus and Semele." Please obtain a copy when you return to class.
2. The plot map for your myth is due on Friday, October 8th.













If I were to ask you to envision Hades, especially now that we have discussed its varying aspects, how would you describe it? This picture is an artist's concept of the entrance to Hades. He clearly DOES NOT know Hades as well as he should. Remember that only a part of Hades was Saturnine, and that of course was Tartarus.







Dear Mythology Students,

If you missed class on Friday, October 30th, we discussed the Greek underworld of Hades. Each student received a grey handout, which we completed together. I HAVE INCLUDED A COPY OF THE HANDOUT FOR YOU AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST! Several overheads were shared with you in relationship to the areas we discussed. I have attempted to include some of the images for you below.







HOMEWORK:

1. Please read the myth of "Orpheus and Eurydice" located on pg. 107 in your textbook. This myth illustrates how just Hades was concerning those that entered his domain.

2. Please read the myth of the "Danaids" located on pg. 295 in your textbook. This myth pertains to one group of sinners within Hades.

3. Please read "Tantalus" pg. 348-the top paragraph on 349

4. You will have a QUIZ covering the myth of "Orpheus and Eurydice" on Tuesday, Nov. 3rd.

5. You will have a QUIZ covering HADES on Thursday, Nov. 5th

The following pictures should give you greater insights into some of the aspects we discussed on Friday. Please make sure you obtain the information from someone else in class BEFORE you return.

















This is the character known as Sisyphus. He was destroyed by Zeus due to his inappropriate sexual behavior. His pushes a boulder up a large mountain in Hades, with the one purpose of pushing it over the top. He is never successful in doing so, as the boulder always comes crashing down on him. This punishment is highly symbolic of the crime, as the rock represents Sisyphus' sexual desires. He hopes to overcome them, but he he is unsuccessful in doing so.









These women are known as the Danaids. There are fifty of them, and on their wedding night, all but one, murdered her husband by stabbing him in his heart. Their punishment in Hades is to obtain water from the River Styx with the hope of filling Hades' garden pond; however, their jars have holes in the bottom. They were never able to complete the mundane task of filling the pond. This is symbolic of the fact that they took the trivial and mundane away from their husbands; consequently, they are forever cursed with it.











This is Ixion. He attempted to rape Hera. Zeus had him strapped to a wheel of burning fire. This is symbolic of the fact that a rapist will continue to rape unless caught...hence the wheel. The fire on either side is symbolic of the pain the victim feels. Ixion was constantly burned, but never burned away. OUCH!















Tantalus is another sinner in Hades. He murdered his nephew, and then fed his flesh to the gods in the form of a stew. The Olympians were so appalled by Tantalus' behavior that they cemented him within Styx, being cursed with perpetual hunger and thirst. Each time he attempted to drink from Styx the water would move away from him. There are fruit trees hanging above his head, and yet each time he attempted to grab some of the fruit it, too, would move away from him. He is perpetually hungry and thirty.





Can you recognize that each punishment is symbolic of its crime!

THE GREEK UNDERWORLD (handout given on Friday, Oct. 30th)

1. The rulers of the underworld are _________ and his queen _________.



2. The ferryman is called __________________ and he must receive an _________ in order for the dead to cross the River Styx. The coin is placed under the _________ of the deceased.



3. The three most significant rivers in Hades are:

a. The River ______ is the river of the “unbreakable oaths.”

b. The River ________ is the river of the “forgetfulness.”

c. The river Mnemosyne is the “pool of ____________.”



4. The dog __________ guards the gates, and its most distinctive physical feature is ____________________.



5. When ghosts first arrive in Hades, they are taken to the judges of the dead to be tried according to the deeds during life. They are called __________________, ____________________ and _______________.



6. ________________ is the goddess of justice. She determines if the punishments are fair.



7. There are three areas of the underworld:

a. ____________ where people are sent who ______________________________ ________________________________________________________________

b. _____________ for those who lived ___________________________________ _________________________________________________________________

c. _______________ for those who could not _______________________________ __________________________________________________________________



8. A significant motif of mythological stories is justice: defining what is right and wrong and deciding how sinners should be punished. The Greeks were extremely imaginative in punishing those they considered guilty. There are four individuals who have eternal punishment due to their actions on earth.



a. The Danaids:





b. Sisyphus:





c. Tantalus:





d. Ixion:





9. From the surface of the earth, how does one find the entrance to Hades?



10. The FATES determine the length of one’s life. _________________ weaves the thread; the “disposer of lots,” ____________ gives each man their destiny; the most feared is ____________, as she cuts the thread and your life along with it.



11. The god of sleep, ___________________ and the god of dreams, ______________ belong to the retinue of Hades.



I look forward to seeing you on Tuesday. Have a safe weekend!

Cheers,

Crampton

Posted by Crampton at 11:35 AM

Thursday, October 29, 2009

Exam #1



Dear Mythology Kids,



I am so proud of you! I have reviewed your exams and you did SO WELL! As I mentioned on Wednesday, look what you know now that you did not know before!



For those of you that missed the exam, I will hold a "make-up" session on Tuesday during lunch and after school! IT IS COMPULSORY that you attend if you missed the exam. This is the best time for me to administer the exam again!



We begin with the "Greek Underworld" on Friday; I look foward to seeing you then.



Cheers,

Crampton

Posted by Crampton at 8:17 PM

Thursday, October 22, 2009

7 a.m. REVIEW SESSION....Monday, October 26th





































































































































































































Don't forget to attend the 7 a.m. review session on Monday, October 26th. If I'm the only individual in my room on Monday at 7 a.m., then "HELL HATH NO FURY LIKE KORI CRAMPTON SCORNED!" Ha



"Luck favors the mind that is prepared."





Hello, Mythology Students,



The above quote is by Louis Pasteur. If you aren't familiar with Pasteur he was the French scientist credited with identifying the science of Microbiology. He also discovered a cure for Rabies. He clearly was a clever gentleman, and I would agree that his quote has merit!

"LUCK FAVORS THE MIND THAT IS PREPARED!"

-Louis Pasteur-



Are you PREPARING for your exam? I hope that you have made the choice to complete your review and now you are looking at the example questions that I have included on the blog. If so I am proud of you. I have no doubt that you will you succeed on the test. Good luck on the following set of images.

Cheers,Crampton















1. What is being depicted in this ancient sketch. You should mention the male

and female by name.









2. Identify this lovely lady. The fruit she is holding is a strong clue as to her identity.





3. What is taking place in this sketch. In your response, you will need to identify the female character.











4. Who is this Greek god (Greek and Roman names, please).











5. I LOVE THIS PAINTING, because I feel the artist truly captures the emotion behind this myth. Identify the three individuals in this image; two are female, one is a male. Notice that the male is carrying one of the females, and that the other female has her arms stretched out, as if she is anxiously anticipating the second female's return.





6. Identify this Greek god (Greek and Roman names, please).









7. Who is this character? Please include both Greek and Roman names. What were his domains?





8. Identify the human character in this sketch (Greek and Roman names, please).













9. Who is this Greek god? In addition, explain the myth concerning the symbol depicted behind her.



10. What is this? Identify the characters associated with this symbol and in what capacity. How is this ancient symbol relevant to people living in the 21st century?







I will look forward to seeing you on MONDAY (at 7 a.m.)!

Best Wishes,

Crampton







11. Identify this character. Explain why he is in this unfortunate circumstance.













12. Identify this god (Greek and Roman names, please.)













13. Don't you think this is a fabulous stamp! You are familiar with the character on the right of the stamp; please identify him. The other character's name is Marsays, and we have not yet extensively discussed him.





14. Identify this character, and then explain her story. You should mention two gods in your response, one is a male the other female.











15. Please explain the creation of the horse. This horse does not have wings. You should mention two gods in your response.





MORE TO COME.........





I am happy to give you extra-credit if you choose to "take on" the role of a Greek character we have studied as your Halloween persona. Take a picture, and then send me a copy of it; it's that simple. If you need some ideas, please feel free to ask me....happy creating!



This is your third section of images.









16.Identify this Greek character.











17.Explain what has just taken place in the above sculpture. You should mention two characters by name (use Greek and Roman).









18. Identify the primary Greek/Roman Character in the above sculpture.









19. This would not have been a pleasant experience for the women in the painting. Who are these two individuals? Why is this event taking place? In your response you should mention a female character that is not present.







20. Who is this character?

I will post another set of images on Monday!

Enjoy your weekend.

Crampton





































Posted by Crampton at 11:35 AM

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Practive Time....



Dear Mythology Kids,



If you missed class today (Tuesday, October 20th) , we accomplished the following:



1. If you submitted your nature myth last week, then you were given another paper to edit for MONDAY, OCTOBER 26th. Each paper was accompanied by a rubic; the rubic indicates questions that you will answer concerning the myth you were asked to edit. Not only are you required to answer the questions on the rubric, but you must also give comments and suggestions on the actual myth.



2. We reviewed some problems with punctuation dialogue. I gave each student the following example, and then asked them to correct it!



“Cruel unkind world, where have you hidden my child?”



Her voice echoed up into Mount Olympus and into the ears of Helius, God of the Sun. He had watched Demeter for the past few days and decided that it was time to relieve the goddess of her suffering.

“Dearest Demeter, I have watched your anguish for days, and I can see your grief. Your brother, Zeus, has made an agreement with Hades that Persephone may be his companion. She has been taken to his kingdom. If you should blame anyone, lay your blame on him.” Demeter stared at the Sun in silence before her anger erupted.

“How dare he! Trade our daughter over to Hades without my permission!” she quietly thanked Helius before going back to Earth. “He didn’t wish to share the news of his trade, then I won’t share the news of the Earth’s infertility.”



Corrected Example:



“Cruel unkind world, where have you hidden my child?”



Her voice echoed up into Mount Olympus and into the ears of Helius, God of the Sun. He had watched Demeter for the past few days and decided that it was time to relieve the goddess of her suffering. “Dearest Demeter, I have watched your anguish for days, and I can see your grief. Your brother, Zeus, has made an agreement with Hades that Persephone may be his companion. She has been taken to his kingdom. If you should blame anyone, lay your blame on him.”

Demeter stared at the Sun in silence before her anger erupted. “How dare he trade our daughter over to Hades without my permission!”

She quietly thanked Helius before going back to Earth. “He didn’t wish to share the news of his trade, then I won’t share the news of the Earth’s infertility.”



Remember that the introductory text needs to be included with the dialogue.



3. We also discussed the difference between "showing" and "telling" in writing. I can give you the handout on this when you return.



4. WE PRACTICED OUR NATURE MYTHS. The performance is scheduled for Monday, October 26th.



I look forward to seeing you on Thursday!

Cheers,

KCrampton

Posted by Crampton at 11:57 AM

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

YOUR NATURE MYTHS WERE DUE TODAY...WEDNEDAY, OCTOBER 14th



It is now your turn to be on a "Greek" stage!





















Dear Mythology Kids,







If you were not in class today, then you have a problem! Your myth and rough draft were both due today! You have ONE OPTION:





1. Submit the rough draft and two copies of your myth on MONDAY WITH YOUR HOMEWORK COUPON! I will not accept your myth without the coupon, as your assignment was due during class. Yes, I know that Monday is an A day, but I need your myth in order for you to complete the next assignment associated with your Nature Myth. This new assignment will be explained and given on Tuesday! I NEED YOUR MYTH PRIOR TO TUESDAY!





WHAT DID WE DO IN CLASS TODAY?





1. New vocabulary word: MERCURIAL=Quick to change (often used to describe personality); etymology refers to Mercury (Hermes) who is recognized for his hyperactive nature; synonyms: inconstant, variable, volatile, moody









2. Completed "Antigone" Quiz/ Please prepare to take this quiz upon your return







NATURE MYTH Part 3 Explained







As you know, Sophocles was the greatest of Greek tragedians. He was recognized by the people of Athens as a "master," and Homer even referred to him as the "greatest man." Both accolades make sense because he was able to affect people with his choice of words.

In essence you have been asked to do the same for your nature myth performances. I realize that we may not weep, but more likely laugh when we see you present your myths, but the concept of taking a myth and developing it into a form of drama is a valuable experience for you. Remember that this was one of the ways that the ancient Greeks shared their myths with others.







Upon completion of the "Antigone" quiz, "Nature Myth Part 3" was introduced to you. Each student is working in a group, and each group has selected a nature myth from a member in that group, to perform as their nature myth. I have listed the groups below, so that you are aware of the individuals you will be working with on Tuesday, the 20th and Thursday, the 22th. Remember that your performances will take place on Monday, the 26th.



Please bring a flat sheet (yes, as in bed sheet) to class on Tuesday. Twin sheets are not large enough for any stature.





B1





GROUP #1













•Tiffany, Chris, Rachel, Suzie, Tyler W., Tanner, Tori







GROUP #3













•Melissa, Sierra, Kalee, Colten (daisy), Michelle, Kim, Nichole





Group #4













•Samantha, Tyler A., Braden Lillie, Jonny, Andrew, Kynia





Group #5











•Rebekah, Hannah, Hyrum, Ceri, Celeste, Jake







Group #6















•Mandy, Kacee, Lisa, Braden Lanham, Aushel, Alysha





B2







Group #1













•Shae, Victor, Spencer, Morgan, Lexin, Jordan W.





Group #3















•Carson, Jenni, Daniel, Cody, Lillie, Beatriz, Kaitlyn





Group #4













•Laura, Olivia, Kirsten, Cody, Jeff, Cortney





Group #5















•Richie, Karlie, Tanner, Derek, Bradyn, Carrie





Group #6















•Chelsea, Devin, Brittany, Eric, Casey, Jordan G., Kristen





B4







Group #1 Camlyn, Andy, Megan, Brittany, Kelly, Ashley, Shelby.



Group #2 Cody, Katie M., Miranda, Jen, Amy, Sheree.







Group #3 Vienne, Brooke, Jeff, Kendra, Tyson A., Natalie Batty.







Group #4 Disloved and Abolished







Group #5 Carmen, Janae, Elisa, Emily, Jori, Natalie Border.





Group #6 Eric, Jacob, Thad, Katie, Taylor, Allen, Alyssa.















Posted by Crampton at 11:39 AM

Monday, October 12, 2009

YOUR NATURE MYTH IS DUE ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14th, 2009



Greek Drama.....Your turn is quickly approaching!



Dear Mythology Students,



1. We took a quiz covering the information that we discussed last week regarding the fundamentals of Greek drama. If you missed class, please be prepared to take this quiz upon your return.











2. We then read a portion of "Antigone" by Sophocles.









3. Remember that you will have a quiz covering "Antigone" on Wednesday. If you missed class, then I would read the myth in your textbook. It is located on page 273. Please be familiar with the characters of Antigone, Ismene, Polyneices, Etocles, Creon and Haimon







4. Please DON'T MISS CLASS on WEDNESDAY, as your Nature Myth is due!





PRACTICE QUIZ for "ANTIGONE"

Instructions: Please identify the speaker or character referenced by the BOLD text.





1.You consider it right for a man of my years experience to go to school to a boy?





2. His bride in the house of the dead.





3. "You will grant me this..... one wish to bury my body in Thebes. I wish to always be a part of the land I love."





4. Which laws were stronger, those of morality or politics? For her, there was no question."





5. "You can't do that! It would be against the law. I don't have the strength to help you."





6. "Double the watch ! I want to find out who dared disobey me."





7."IT is not right if I am wrong, But if I am young, and right, what does my age matter?"





8. "I beg you, do not be unchangeable."





9. "This last flower of Oedipus' line drank the sunlight! Yet now a passionate word and a handful of dust have closed up all its beauty."





10."Before the sun sets this day, you shall pay twice. Yes, there will be two more corpse in return for one! And their blood will be on your hands."





Cheers,

Crampton















I look forward to seeing you soon!

Posted by Crampton at 3:09 PM

Sunday, October 11, 2009

YOUR NATURE MYTH IS DUE ON WEDESDAY, OCTOBER 14th, 2009







If you missed class on Thursday, October 8th we accomplished the following:

1. We completed our discussion of Greek drama. YOU WILL HAVE A QUIZ COVERING THIS INFORMATION ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 12th. The best way to prepare for the quiz is to familiarize yourself with the information on your handout. For your quiz you will be given 10 words associated with Greek drama. You will then need to explain Greek drama using those words in a well constructed paragraph.

2. I introduced the myth of "ANTIGONE" (pg. 273) on Thursday. "Antigone" is the companion piece to "Oedipus." It is the myth of what happens to Oedipus after he blinds himself and is banished from Thebes. Antigone is the oldest female child of Oedipus and Jocata. I gave each student a copy of the myth to read as homework. I also requested that they read the myth found within their text. YOU WILL HAVE A QUIZ OVER "ANTIGONE" ON WEDNESDAY. It was originally written as a myth, and then retold as a drama by Sophocles. We will read a section of the drama in class on Monday. It is a story about doing what is honorable and just, even when you are the only individual who has the courage to behave with such fortitude.

3. Please remember that your Nature Myth is due on Wednesday, October 14th. You must bring your rough draft to class on the due date; it should be corrected and include a signature. In addition, please remember to bring TWO COPIES of your FIRST DRAFT (the corrected rough draft) to class on WEDNESDAY.

Posted by Crampton at 3:46 PM

Monday, October 5, 2009

The Oedipus Complex...Yikes!



Dear Mythology Kids,
I introduced the myth of "Oedipus" to you today (Tuesday, October 6th) as a catalyst for understanding Greek Drama. I have included some additional images below from those I shared with you class. This myth is extremely significant, as it illustrates the ancient Greeks desire and ability to take their myths and transfer them to the genre of drama.

Oedipus in his quest to solve the "riddle of the sphinx."



Oedipus with his two daughters, Ismene and Antigone.

We started out dicussion on Greek drama today.

Quiz, "Melody Time," and "Why Birds Molt".......

Dear Mythology Kids,

We completed the following:

1. Submitted our "take-home" quizzes.
2. Took the quiz covering the following nature myths: "Daphne," "Narcissus," "Prometheus and Io," and "Arachne"
3. We then completed Journal #2 entitled "Melody Time." Students watched a cartoon regarding the legendary character Pecos Bill and then identify several nature myth aspects found within the clip.
4. We then reviewed a strong example of a nature myth...."Why birds molt!"

HOMEWORK:
1. Your throne is due on Monday.
2. Nature Myth Part 1 is also due on Monday!

Cheers,
Crampton

QUIZ covering the Nature Myths on Thursday!

Dear Mythology Kids,

If you missed class on Tuesday, September 28th, we completed the following:

1. Nature Part 1 was introduced to the students. In essence, I am asking you to start thinking about your own nature myth; consequently, you need to create your own god. Please see me so I can give you a copy of Nature Myth part 1
2. We read another nature myth entitled "Prometheus and Io" (pgs. 78-81). Please read the myth for your quiz on Thursday.
3. Everyone submitted
4. THRONE is due on Monday!
5. Nature Myth Part 1 is also due on Monday!

HOMEWORK:
1. Take-home quiz is due on Thursday.
2. In-class quiz covering "Daphne," "Arachne," "Narcissus" and "Prometheus and Io"
3. Start considering the points surround "Nature Myth Part 1"
4. THRONE IS DUE ON MONDAY!

Cheers,
Crampton

It's only "natural"....... We read and discussed several nature myths today!

Dearest Mythology Students,

I'm sorry that you  missed class! If you are ill, please take care of yourself, if  you decided to "avoid" class, then YOU ARE GOING TO HADES WITHOUT AN OBOLUS! SHAME ON YOU, my young friends!

We completed the following:
1. Journal #1 entitle "Hope"
              Please consider the following quote by Freidrich Nietzsche. "Hope is the worst of all       evils, because it prolongs the torment of man."  "Talk" to me about this. Do you agree or disagree with Nietzsche? Explain why? Possibly you see his point of view, but you also view "hope" as a positive entity, as well. Please support your opinion with a personal example.

2. We read several nature myths in class...."Narcissus," "Arachne," "Daphne" (found in your book on page 119),  and "Clytie" (page 305 in book). If you missed class, please read these myths. "Narcissus" and "Arachne" can both be found in your textbook, so even though you did not receive the versions I gave to everyone in class, you may use your text as a "back up" for those myths.

3. We had a "guest" come to class. I hope you enjoyed learning more about "Rosie."

. FOR HOMEWORK:
1. Please read "Demeter and Persephone" ( I gave everyone a copy of this myth). It won't work as a PDF, so I have left several copies outside my room on the bulletin board.
2. Please read "Demeter" (located on pgs. 50-55) in your book.
          Note: Both #1 and #2 are the same myth; yet, they have some distinct differences
3. QUIZ on TUESDAY covering "Prometheus," "Pandora," and "Demeter and Persephone." Your quiz is a "take-home" quiz. Make sure you have your myths to exchange for the quiz.
4. Remember your "Modern Day God" assignment is due on TUESDAY!
5. Remember your Throne Assignment is due on October 4th.

Enjoy your weekend; I look forward to seeing you on Tuesday!
Cheers,
Crampton

If you missed class on Monday, September 20th....SHAME! SHAME! SHAME!

Dear Mythology Kids,

I miss you so much when you are not in class. Please work on always attending, unless of course, you are incredibly ill...then stay home!

1. Presented information on the following gods. Please obtain the information from someone else in class.

Hephaestus
Artemis
Apollo
Hermes
Aphrodite and Ares

2. Please make sure you obtain the information that was presented in class, as your QUIZ on Wednesday will pertain to more detailed information concerning the gods.

3. Students were given a new assignment entitled "Modern Day God" assignment. Please visit with me about this if you have questions.  The due date is Tuesday, September 28th.
 Instructions for "Modern Day God" Assignment:

1.Through our class discussions, each student should have a greater understanding concerning the Olympians. Please select ONE Olympian and connect him/her to an individual from past or present society. The god you select does not need to be the same one you research regarding your “Handout” assignment.
2.All of the god's attributes do not need to be obvious in relationship to the individual chosen for connection; however, you must be able to relate at least one (obviously) attribute that both possess. Please go beyond the obvious, by focusing on intrinsic characters rather than appearance.
3.In order to obtain enough information regarding your chosen connection, you will need to complete some research. Please note the citation examples below concerning a book or Internet source.

 BOOK: Carter, Joseph. The Life of Mark Twain. Scott Foreman, Pub., New York, NY.


                        1989.


INTERNET: William, Jacob. “Mark Twain.” The Mark Twain No One Knew. August



                             17th, 2001. September 11, 2008.



                             http://coned.ceu.edu/authors/19thcentury.org

4.Please begin your response by indicating the connection between the god and your chosen individual (Introduction). Your next paragraph needs to indicate aspects concerning the god (Body Paragraph #1). The third paragraph will focus on the individual chosen for comparison (Body Paragraph #2). Finally, your fourth paragraph will justify why you elected to compare the two characters (Conclusion)

5.Please use ACADEMIC VOICE for your response.
6.MLA Format regarding structure and citations also needs to be used. Double space your response, using Times New Roman print, and 12 point font.
7. Please incorporate an image of your “modern day” comparison in your paper.


May the power of Athena and Hephaestus be with you, my young friends!


Let me know if you need any assistance.




Instructions: Please select the god that BEST fits each description. You will need to identify the character with both Greek and Roman names. For some questions you will need to justify your response. Some gods may be used more than once.

1. Venerate, Vigil, Valuable, Vigilante, Volume, Viscous...I love words that begin with the letter V. ______________/______________ (both Greek and Roman names)
2. I would make an excellent "shop" teacher. ______________/___________
3. I have a PhD in Statistics. __________/______________
4. I am "President Obama" of the Olympians. _____________/____________
5. I directed a documentary film on master thieves. ___________/____________
6. I would do well working in a floral shop, as the buds would always bloom.

_____________/_______________
7. War of the Worlds is my favorite film. ____________/___________
8. I always "hit my mark." __________/_____________
9. I am responsible for desecrating a temple. ____________/_____________
10. Justify your response for #9 ____________________________________________

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11. A trick was played to woo me, so "love can not live where there is no trust." ______/_____
12. Justify your response for #11. ____________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________
13. I failed to ask my wife's mother for her hand in "marriage." _________/_________
14. "Make me the most beautiful land animal." __________/____________

Good luck with the practice quiz.
I will see you on Wednesday!

Cheers, Crampton

PRACTICE QUIZ

If you missed class on Tuesday, September 14th....

Dear Mythology Students,


If you missed class on Tuesday, September 14th we did the following:

1. Took practice quiz covering the 13 Olympians
2. Took actual quiz covering the 13 Olympians
3. Corrected quiz
4. Started obtaining additional information on all the gods. We completed Zeus, Hera and Athena. When you return to class, you will need to obtain the GREEN handout which is where we are recording the additional information about the gods. The following information was discussed for each:



Zeus

• controls all aspects of the weather
• tricks Hera into marrying him by transforming into a cuckoo bird
• Hera is his second wife
• Metis is his first wife (she is the mother to Athena)
• shapeshifts into animals in order to woe women
• has numerous affairs
• Just
• has difficulties in making decisions
• god of athletes/athletic events were held in his honor

Hera

• Zeus transforms into a cuckoo bird. Hera loves animals, and finds a "cuckoo bird" outside her window trapped in a storm. She brings the bird to her breast and states, "I will love you forever, cuckoo bird, and I swear by the River Styx that I will honor this vow." At this point, Zeus returned to his true form, raped Hera, and told her that she had to honor her vow by marrying him. If you swore by Styx your oath could not be broken.
• She loves animals.
• Hephaestus is her son without a father (in some versions) Hera was angry that Zeus had given birth to Athena without the assistance of a mother, so she gave birth to Hephaestus without a father. He was born ugly and unshapen, so she cast him off Mt. Olympus.
• Due to Zeus' affairs, Hera takes her anger and frustrations out on Zeus' lovers and children.
• Hera renews her virginity every year by bathing in the River Evenes.Athena
• Zeus swallowed Athena's mother, Metis, because an oracle had informed Zeus that if Metis birthed a son that child would overthrow his father. Zeus felt that he could not risk this, so he swallowed Metis. Athena grew within her father, until one day he experience a terrible headache. Hephaestus, the God of Inventions, sliced open Zeus' head and Athena was born wearing full battle armour and holding a shield and spear.
• Athena values mankind. She taught them how to create tools, use numbers, create nets, weaving and ships.
• Athena expected mankind to give gratitude to the gods of Olympus. If they were disrespectful, she punished them. She turns a mortal woman names Arachne into a spider because she failed to thank Athena for her gift. In addition, she said that she was a better weaver than Athena.
• Athena and Poseidon both wanted Attica as their city-state. The people decided they would select their patron god based upon a gift they offered the people. Athena gave the people an Olive Tree, and Poseidon gave the people a spring of salt water. The people selected Athena as their patron deity; consequently, Poseidon detested Athena.

I look forward to seeing you on Thursday.
Cheers,
Crampton
Posted by Crampton at 3:29 PM



If you missed class on Friday, September 10th......

Dear Mythology Kids,

STOP MISSING CLASS, my fine young friends!


For those of you that missed class on Friday, September 10th, we completed the following:


1. We corrected "The Creation" quiz.

2.  Each student submitted one copy of "The Handout" assignment, along with a copy of the additional source they used in order to obtain information about their god. The other copy was used in class.

4. Students worked in groups compiling the information they obtain about their god.  We will share this information on TUESDAY!


PRACTICE QUIZ for "The Olympians" NOTE: I did not find an image of Hades that I felt was "accurate." Please be aware of this when taking your quiz. Good Luck.....



For each image, please identify the Greek and Roman names, the other symbols not present in the image, and all of the god's domains. Please follow this structure for your responses.

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                                            3..

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If you missed class on Wednesday, September 8th...

Dear Mythology Students,

If you missed class on Wednesday, you will need to do the following:


HOMEWORK:
1. Visit with someone else regarding your "HANDOUT" assignment. Each student was given one of the 13 Olympians to research. In addition, I gave each student information regarding their particular god. Your assignment requires that you have a minimum of two sources (I gave one to each student), and then you are to locate another source (Internet, your book, etc.) A valid website is "ENCYCLOPEDIA MYTHICA." This assignment is due on Friday. You should have two copies of your handout. One will be used in class, the other will be given to me. In addition, please make a copy of your additional source (the Internet, book, etc. ), as I want to see the other source you used to obtain information.


TYLER ZAMORA! Your god is Hephaestus. I have included instructions for the assignment outside my door, and the information that I am providing for you.
2. Please read pages 24-36 in your book. The section is entitled "The Olympians."

3. Your next QUIZ will occur on Tuesday, September 14th. The quiz will cover the Greek and Roman names, symbols and domains of the gods. START reviewing now.....

I look forward to seeing you on Friday.

Cheers,
Crampton

The Key to Success....PREPARATION!

"The Creation Myth"

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I           When I see you on Wednesday, we will review, and then take your quiz.  Remember to use the practice quiz as a pre-test, so you should put all of your information away while you take the quiz. THIS IS CLEARLY AN INTEGRITY ISSUE ON YOUR PART, my fine young friends. In addition, you should print a copy of the quiz as a word document, and be prepared to bring it with you to class on Wednesday. We will review for the quiz by discussing the questions on the practice quiz. If you choose to use flashcards on the quiz for Wednesday, you can use a 1/4 of the ones that you complete.  DON'T FORGET to review the information concerning your map. In addition, you will received questions from "Tell me a Story."
PRACTICE QUIZ for "THE CREATION" Myth
1. According to the ancient Greeks, how did formed matter begin?

2. Three "beings" were initially created, please identify them for 2-4.

2._______________ 3.______________ 4.________________

5. Who was Uranus, and what was his greatest fear?

6. Identify his first two "groups" of children and why his wife was so angry with him concerning these children.

7. What characters are created from Uranus' death (in any order)?

7._____________________ 8._________________

9. Describe the Titans to me.............

10. Why is Cronus so willing to destroy his father?

11. Cronus marries his sister, Rhea, who in turn gives him six children. Explain what he does with the children and why.

12. Refer to the image at the top of this post. The two characters on this Greek vase are married. The female is offering the male something of significance. Explain to me what is taking place here.

13. Refer to the second image at the top of this post. Identify the three female characters in the drawing. What was their purpose in Greek mythology?

14. Refer to the third image at the top of this post. Explain the symbolism behind the death of the character lying on his back.

15. Refer to the fourth image...... Why was Uranus so afraid of "these" ( I know there is only one) children?

16. Who is this? Explain her "birth."

I hope you did well! I will see you soon.

Cheers,

Crampton

If you missed class on Monday, August 30th ... SHAME ON YOU!

Dear Mythology Kids,

If you missed class today, please make sure you visit with someone else taking Mythology......

Each student received the following:

1. A copy of their textbook, Mythology, by Edith Hamilton

2. A copy of their Homework Coupon ( if you missed class please visit with me about this)

3. Four handouts that were then placed within the notebook

a. a blue handout that is a map of Greece

b. a yellow handout entitled "Tell me a Story"

c. a purple handout that is a chart of the Greek gods

d. and a pink handout that will be used for flashcards

(Each handout was placed in the "NOTES" section of the notebook, except for the pink handout. This one was placed in the "HOMEWORK" section of the notebook.)

4. Each student submitted their "What is a Classic" assignment.

HOMEWORK for WEDNESDAY:

1. Please read pgs. 13-23 in your book

2. Remember that your Introduction entitled "Where I Stand!" is due on Wed.

3. Begin reviewing the information discussed today so that you will be ready for your first QUIZ which is scheduled for Friday, September 3rd.

WHAT DID YOU DISCUSS IN CLASS?

1. We reviewed some basic information regarding ancient Greece.

a. What is a city-state?

b. The difference between Athens and Sparta.

c. The terms POLYTHEISTIC and PAGAN

d. The importance of the Minoan culture found on the island of Crete and how they were destroyed by the Mycenean Greeks.

e. We also discussed the brilliance of the ancient Greeks and how their influence still plays a role in our modern culture

I look forward to seeing you on Wednesday!

Cheers,

Crampton

Welcome to the Jungle.....

Dear Mythology Students,
I welcome you to the land of gods and goddesses, where logic does not exist. Only the idea that some where in the slime of cosmic confusion order becomes real. Was that poetic? TRANSLATION: Prepare yourself to learn ancient ideas and concepts that are bizarre; yet still relevant and valid in modern times. I welcome you to Mythology.

HOMEWORK for Monday, August 30th:
1. Disclosure Document
2. Supplies with USB drive, 3x5 cards, and markers (remember that the bandage for your mask is not required until I give you further instructions)
3. "What is a Classic? "
4. "Where I Stand/Introduction" (this assignment is due on Wed., Sept 1st.)

I look forward to working with you this year.
Cheers,
Crampton

"SIGURD, the DRAGON SLAYER" and RAGNOROK

Dear Students,

If you missed class today, your "Final Exam" was introduced to you. I have included a copy of the explanation handout below.

FINAL EXAM DUE DATE: MON., MAY 24th for B1 and B2
FINAL EXAM DUE DATE: WED., May 26 for B4

• Final Exam Explanation
  Mythology
  Mrs. Kori Crampton
  Due Date __________________
  
  Consider the following questions?
  
  What have you learned this year?
  
  How has your study of Mythology heightened your understanding of popular culture, literature and the world around you?
  
  Explanation: As discussed on numerous occasions, mythological allusions and references are frequently found in modern culture. Through a knowledge of mythology, one’s understanding of literary work and popular culture increases.
  You are required to select five of the ten options listed below to illustrate your understanding of mythology. You may use examples connected with either Greek or Norse Mythology.
  
  1.Advertisement using mythological reference and/or allusions.
  
  2.Album covers using mythological references and/or allusions.
  
  3.Book title using mythological references and/or allusions.
  
  4.Vocabulary word used in literary work.
  
  5. Reference or allusion within a literary work.
  
  6. Comic strip/cartoon using mythological references and/or allusions.
  
  7. Company names or insignias using mythological references and/or allusions.
  
  8. Norse motifs found in other literary work.
  
  9. Artwork with mythological references and/or allusions.
  
  10. Errors pertaining to any mythological character/concept found in advertising literary work.
  
  
  The following requirements are compulsory:
  
  1. A hard copy of each example (photo copies will suffice if your example is found in a book).
  
  2. The Internet may not be used to locate your examples.
  
  3. For each example provided, an explanation must also be included as to why the mythological reference/allusion is an appropriate choice. What is the point of using mythology in advertising? For the book title? Etc.
  
  4. The explanations need to accompany the hard copy of your examples. I expect them to be 10-20 sentences in length. Assume your audience has no schema regarding the mythology used in the selected examples; therefore, your explanations need to be thorough.
  
  5. You may not repeat mythological references and/or allusions. So, if you locate an allusion to Pandora in a cartoon, then you can’t include an example regarding Pandora for another option.
  
  6. You may not use examples shared with you in class (ie. “Apollo Burger”, “Midas Muttler”, “Nike”, “Ajax Cleaner”)
  
  7. Your exam needs to be submitted in an aesthetically pleasing way. Each example should be mounted on a piece of cardstock with the corresponding explanation on the opposite page. Page protectors are appreciated, but not compulsory. I would suggest a three ring binder purely for organizational purposes!
  
  
  8. A title page needs to be included with the following information.
  Your Name
  Period
  Date
  List of options you selected for your final exam.

I have several examples that I shared with those that were present on Monday. Unfortunately, I can't use the images here, because they are from a power point. I am happy to share the examples with you when you return.

HOMEWORK:

1. Remember that "Sigurd" and Lord of the Rings connections will commence on Wednesday for B1 and B4

• Remember your note-taking page
• Remember to have "Sigurd, the Dragon Slayer" with you on Wed.

2. "Ragnorok" will occur on Wed. for B4.

• Remember to annotate your copy or "Ragnorok"

Cheers,

Crampton

BEOWULF Exam and....

Dear All,

If you missed class, we took the exam covering Beowulf. Please visit with me upon your return so that we can arrange a time for you to take it.

DO NOT MISS MONDAY, as YOUR 'FINAL EXAM' will be introduced to you.

HOMEWORK:

B1 and B4 Kids: Remember that our Lord of the Rings and "Sigurd, the Dragon Slayer" day is Wednesday, May 12th. If you are in B4 your due date was changed to Tuesday, May 18th.

PLEASE REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING:

• Read the myth at least two times
• Record notes regarding the connections between the two pieces of text
• Your note-taking page is compulsory on the scheduled due date

B2- Because you elected to change the due dates, "Ragnorok" will be our area of focus for Wed.

I gave each student a copy of the myth, as you must annotate the text with Biblical connections.

The following Biblical verses should guide you:

• Rev. 6:12-15
• Rev. 8:7-10
• Mark 15: 8, 22-26

Ten annotations are required per page of text.

If you make additional connections from other Biblical books, then extra credit will be given.

Cheers,

Crampton

Beowulf Exam and Norse Death Customs

Dear Mythology Students,

I can tell that you are weary. YOU CAN DO THIS! YOU CAN MAKE IT! Please let me know if I need to act as your personal "cheerleader." Better a cheerleader than Grendle's mother, right!

If you missed class on Tuesday, May 4th:

1. We reviewed Beowulf by viewing three movie clips.

2. We discussed the death customs of the Nordic people (I have included a copy of the handout below)

HOMEWORK:

1. Please read the following myths for Thursday.

• "Death of Balder" pgs. 150-161
  
  
• "Binding of Loki" pgs. 169-172

2. Review Norse Death Customs for your exam on Thursday

3. Exam covering Beowulf, Norse Death Customs and Norse "death" myths (above)

4. Lord of the Rings and "Sigurd, the Dragon Slayer" deadline is May 12. The date was changed for B2 and B4 to May 18th, as some students are taking AP Exams and they wanted to be in class for our discussion of the two pieces of literature.

NORSE DEATH CUSTOMS HANDOUT used in class on Tuesday, May 3rd. You will need to obtain the information from someone in class.

NORSE DEATH CUSTOMS

Three Nordic Gods over Death
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The Vikings were vehement believers in life after death. Even the poorest of them were buried with some of their possessions, as well as food and drink, in preparation for their journey to the afterlife. Because they believed that this journey would be over water, the majority of the working class were buried in graves marked out with stones in the shape of a ship. Wealthy Vikings were buried in an actual ship. They were buried with their jewelry, animals (horses), weapons, tools, clothes, and money, as well as food and drink. Women were also buried with the Warrior Class (wealthy) of Vikings. Researchers believe that they were either married to the deceased or were sacrificed so that the dead person would have someone to help in their life after death. In some archaeological digs, the remains of men have been found to serve the same purpose.

The journey to Hel took ___________ nights. The spirit would then cross the river __________.
The river was guarded by _____________, who made each spirit pay a toll of __________.
_____________is the four eyed, blood stained dog that guards the entrance to Hel. This monster’s rage could only be appeased by the offering of a _______________. The __________________ and _________________ went to Hel. Those that had died on the battlefield/childbirth went to __________________.

The Oseberg Ship

In 1903 a buried Viking ship was discovered at Oseberg in Norway. It was the tomb of a noble woman, who had been buried with her maid or slave in A.D. 834. The ship had been preserved under a mound of pet and stones. When it was dug up by archaeologists, they found all kinds of things that had been buried with the dead woman, including furniture, sleds, cloth, shoes, buckets of food, and the remains of several animals. However, grave robbers had stolen all the jewelry and treasures. The ship was reconstructed even though stone in the mound had crushed it into 3000 pieces.

BEOWULF EXAM PREPARATION:

1. Questions 1-20 involves identifying characters and places from actual Beowulf text. You need to be solid in your understanding of the following characters and places:

• Brecca
  
• Wiglaf


• Dragon
  
• Grendle


• Grendle's mother


• Unferth


• Beowulf


• Hrothgar


• Hygelac


• Geats


• Settings for the Beowulf poem (countries)


• Heorot


• Wergild

2. Questions 21-28 pertain to the historical significance of the Beowulf peom.

• Dissolution of the monasteries by Henry VIII


• Catharine of Aragon


• Why are there "breaks" in the textual flow of the manuscript?


• Why are their reference and allusions to Christianity in a poem about a pagan hero?

3. Questions 29-37 are Kennings that describe each of the characters. Review the characters and kennings

• Hrothgar


• Heorot


• Grendle


• Grendle's momma


• Unferth


• Brecca


• Beowulf
  
• Wiglac
  
• Dragon

4. Questions 35-37 pertain to "Norse Death Customs"

5. Questions 38-43 pertain to "The Death of Balder" pgs. 151-160

6. Questions 44-47 pertain to "The Binding of Loki" pgs. 169-172