Daily Objectives/Bell-ringer Activities
Essential Question (do not have to write the answer, just think!): What constitutes a hero? Define the following vocabulary/literary terms (not to be quizzed): Lament, forged, shroud, infamous, writhing Infer, predict, summarize, rhythm Define hero. Compare the modern hero to those found in ancient literature.
Essential Question (You do not have to write the answer, just think!): What constitutes a hero? Get out your hero or setting pictures. (If you cannot access them and sent them to me, wait just a min!) Make a list describing that picture (at least 10 things.) Using the text up to the Battle with the Grendel, find direct evidence that supports your descriptions of either the kingdom or the hero. On a second reading of the same section of text, and using your list of special lines given a couple days ago, make a list of evidence to support the kingdom as Christian and a list that supports the kingdom as Pagan.
Essential Question: Would all cultures agree on what constitutes a hero? Why or why not? (Just think.) Write a two paragraph reflection: Do you have any heroes in your life? Describe that person and why he or she fits the hero mold. Continue definition of the hero. Find examples of heroic qualities in Beowulf.
Essential Question: Would all cultures agree on what constitutes a hero? Why or why not? (Just think.) Using page 54, question 1 as your guide, discuss the significant conflicts found in Beowulf. Today s Objectives Create your own Grendel, complete with a kenning!
Essential Question: Would all cultures agree on what constitutes a hero? Why or why not? (Just think.) Turn to page 54 and complete the vocabulary practice in the green box. Then review the prefix/suffix list on page 77 (no writing response required.) Pick up an academic vocabulary list first quiz TUESDAY. Continue reading Beowulf (complete for homework). Focus on elements of the hero, sequence, literary present tense, and kennings. (EVIDENCE!)
Essential Question: Would all cultures agree on what constitutes a hero? Why or why not? Using a piece of paper (of any kind) discuss the essential question within your group. You may NOT talk you may ONLY write your response. You have 10 minutes and I expect your paper to be full of comments related to the EQ! Storyline for the Wiglaf graphic novel. Fully completed plot, including mimicking all parts of Beowulf: Anglo-Saxon influence Pagan influence Elements of the epic hero Reference to time Literary present tense A few kennings A battle (or more than one!) The passing of the torch
Essential Question: Why do you think hero stories all seem to follow the same pattern? What is the effect on the audience? Gather your materials! You will need copy paper (5-7 sheets), colored pencils or markers, your original Completed graphic novel for the Wiglaf graphic novel. Fully completed plot, including mimicking all parts of Beowulf: Anglo-Saxon influence Pagan influence Elements of the epic hero Reference to time Literary present tense A few kennings A battle (or more than one!) The passing of the torch
Essential Question: Would all cultures agree on what constitutes a hero? Why or why not? Get out your graphic novels! (15-20 min to complete) Time to share. Connect real life with the hero story (National Geographic Lord of the Rings comparison). Read the Time article on page 73. Find, summarize, and defend a new hero that could be added to this list.
Essential Question: Is epic poetry a significant reflection of the history it represents? Review Academic Vocab list #1. Quiz in 5 minutes. Complete formal vocabulary assessment (quiz). Share graphic novels and real hero writings. The Seafarer pg. 79.