Sunday, November 30, 2014

"Inherit The Wind" Background Information Response?

Based upon your Inherit The Wind background research, what are at least four items that one should know about the historical context of The Scopes Monkey Trial and other items you might have researched?  Please blog intelligently using specifics to support your thinking.  This blog response is due by 2:30p.m. on Fri., Dec. 5th.

"The Simpsons," Satire, And "The Odyssey?"

Compare The Odyssey video excerpt from the Simpsons with Homer's epic poem The Odyssey Books 9,10,12,21,22,23. What does the Simpson's version satirize? What does it make you think about regarding the poem's characters, theme, relationships, and episodes? Please respond with specific support (i.e.-quotations) for your argument.

Monday, November 17, 2014

Cyclops: Text To Film In "The Odyssey?"

What subtle or overt differences did you notice regarding the Book IX The Odyssey reading and The Odyssey film clip of the Cyclops episode?  Explain, note, argue, quote, and defend.  Anything regarding the Heroic Code, Guest/Host Relationship, or hubris?  Please respond during class today.

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

"The Odyssey?" Background?

Regarding the Background film about The Odyssey, what comments can you make about what you understand about The Odyssey.  Please argue, explain, criticize, etc... Blog post is due today.