Conclude a study of The Odyssey with a writing assignment that asks readers to investigate a central theme in Homer's tale. Scholars either provide positive and negative examples of hospitality or look for evidence of how the gods intervene in human lives.

Concepts

homer, the odyssey, explanatory writing, expository essays

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Instructional Ideas

• Edit the graphic organizer to use with other formal writing assignments
• Model how to use the graphic organizer with another theme in The Odyssey

Classroom Considerations

• Presumes writers have experience crafting expository essays in the MLA format

Pros

• Includes different due dates for the six parts giving teachers a chance to assist those needing extra support
• The graphic organizer  lists essay requirements
• Follows the steps in the writing process

Cons

• None