English Studies 12, CVOLC, Online, 21-22

Task:  

For this assignment, you will read several excerpts from The Odyssey to become familiar with the style of text and learn about the heroic deeds of Odysseus and more specifically what traits he possesses that allow him to complete his journey successfully.  As you are reading you may want to highlight and make notes regarding the heroic traits he possesses with examples from the text.  Here is a list of traits from which you may want to pick.

Next you will write a speech introducing Odysseus at a large awards ceremony honoring epic heroes. Your opening should explain who he is and provide a brief summary of his adventures.  The rest of the speech should identify three heroic traits for which he is being honored. Be sure to identify the 3 traits using parallel structure.  Each of those traits should be explained anecdotally including an integrated short reading of part of a passage.  Download the excerpts here.

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Assessment:  Below you will find the exemplary criteria used to assess the assignment.  

Learning Target: Exemplary (6/6):  Exemplary comprehension of the task and clear accomplishment of the objective. Evidence of thorough comprehension of the works and accurate identification of traits with appropriate examples. 

Written Expression:  Exemplary (6/6):  A speech that has a captivating opening, contains the required information and an engaging statement of the traits including a properly integrated short reading of each passage. Sentence structure and vocabulary are varied, skillfully written, and carefully chosen.  Work has been proofread and there are few or no errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and grammar.  Content contributes to the central idea and makes insightful connections with logical organization.

Estimated Allotted Time:  1-1.5 hours

Submission:  "6.3 Assignment: Introducing Odysseus"