Thursday, September 1, 2011

9/7 Beowulf Introduction


EQ: What are the conventions of epic poetry?

Activator Beowulf Trailer.  Discuss the mood of the trailer.  Predict possible themes of the work.
Assessment Genesis of Britain Quiz
Journal Where do MONSTERS lurk? (37) + Discussion Questions
  Notes Epic Conventions (34-37 + GO)
Read Beowulf introduction (38-45)

Discuss: What are some examples of recent epics (movies, TV, or plays).

Homework
Beowulf Read 38-45

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