Oedipus Rex 2.4

Oedipus Rex 2.4

Do now: what makes for effective analysis of a quote?

Objectives:

• effectively identify a motif from Oedipus Rex
• draft an effective thesis statement for Oedipus Rex that connects a motif to Sophocles’ meaning
• organize subtopics in a logical way that builds momentum to prove the thesis
• draft effective “quote sandwiches”

Agenda:

1. do now
2. In groups: each member drafts a “quote sandwich”
3. In groups: review the organization of the skeleton essay
4. summarizer

HW: Finish skeleton essay-- due MONDAY.

Oedipus Rex 2.3

Oedipus Rex 2.3

Do now: In table groups, identify one motif to develop

Objectives:

• effectively identify a motif from Oedipus Rex
• identify characteristics of an effective thesis statement
• draft an effective thesis statement for Oedipus Rex that connects a motif to Sophocles’ meaning

Agenda:

1. do now
2. Hang up newspapers around the room
3. Import “Group Skeleton Essay” assignment
4. In groups: draft a thesis statement. You may check your thesis TWICE.
5. In groups: work on skeleton essay
6. summarizer

HW: each member needs to locate ONE quote for the skeleton essay

Oedipus Rex 2.2

Oedipus Rex 2.2

Do now: Which motif do you find the most interesting?

Objectives:

• demonstrate understanding of the plot of Oedipus
• demonstrate the Ancient Greek’s culture’s views of gods and oracles
• utilize creativity and effective collaboration

Agenda:

1. do now
2. import “Oedipus Rex Newspaper” handout
3. In groups: create an effective front page of a “newspaper”
4. Summarizer

HW: Finish the newspaper

Oedipus Rex 2.1

DO NOW: What is one line from Scene II that depicts the beginning of Oedipus’ moment(s) of realization

Objectives:

• effectively read Ancient Greek Drama
• identify motifs
• identify the Ancient Greek culture’s relationship to their gods and oracles

Agenda:

1. do now
2. Read aloud! We will need volunteer readers
3. In groups: what line is THE moment of realization for Oedipus?
4. (If time) hunt for motifs
5. summarizer

HW: Finish play/ locate motifs

Oedipus 1.3

Oedipus 1.3

Do now: how comfortable are you reading aloud?  Would you volunteer to read a part in Oedipus?

Objectives:

• effectively read Ancient Greek Drama
• identify motifs
• identify the Ancient Greek culture’s relationship to their gods and oracles

Agenda:

1. do now
2. Read aloud! We will need volunteer readers
3. In table groups: review what we are read thus far
1. identify any motifs
2. identify lines that discuss or reveal the cultures views of the gods and oracles
4. summarizer

HW: Make sure you are read through Scene 2, including the Ode 2

Oedipus 1.2

FINISH SUMMER READING ASSESSMENT: 15-20 minutes

Objectives:

• understand Aristotle’s definition of tragedy
• understand some basic facts of Ancient Greek Culture and drama

Agenda:

1. do now: what is tragedy?  What elements/characteristics does it usually have?
2. Create a new divider in notability called “Oedipus Rex”
3. Download the “Ancient Greek Culture, Tragedy and Oedipus Rex- intro notes” handout
4. Download the text “Oedipus Rex. PDF” to notability
5. If time, begin reading the Prologue
6. Summarizer

HW: Read the Prologue and Parados for FRIDAY
Extra Credit: Research your mythological creature/person, write 5-8 sentences explaining what/who it is, and color your picture! (DUE MONDAY)