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__** Introduction **__ The unit we will explore next will take you on a journey throughout many aspects of Greek Mythology. Students will embark on four quests, studying these concepts:
 * Greek Myths and their purpose; gods and goddesses
 * The Iliad and the Trojan Horse
 * Greek Heroes
 * The Life of Ulysses

During each section, students will encounter guiding questions to answer. Students will navigate through suggested websites to find answers to these questions. This information will provide a strong background and foundation for the readings in class. When this course is completed, the student will not only be a Greek Mythology expert, but also skilled in web research. **__ Tasks __**  Students will participate in each of the four tasks below. The timeline for completion of each task is listed next to the task. Students may work independently, or use fellow classmates for small guidance. Each student must write a response to the questions posed in each task. Responses may be typed or handwritten. A rubric is included for the grading of student responses. After completing each task, students will have a good understanding of each topic, and will better appreciate the literature of The Trojan War. Here are the tasks: Task #1: Greek Creation Myth / Gods and Goddesses - due Friday Week 1 Task #2: The Iliad and the Trojan Horse - due Friday Week 2 Task #3: Greek Heroes - due Friday Week 3 Task #4: Ulysses and the Odyssey - due Friday Week 4