Day 2: Words in Context Perseus

​Heroes Every Child Should Know: Perseus-Day 2

Reorder

Reorder the following key events from paragraphs 1-22 of "Heroes Every Child Should know" into chronological order:

• Athene tells a story of Medusa and provides instructions for Perseus on how to defeat Medusa

• Hermes provides Perseus with objects that will help him on his journey.

• Perseus finds the Grey Sisters

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​Standard

ELA.6.V.1.3: Apply knowledge of context clues, figurative language, word relationships, reference materials, and/or background knowledge to determine the connotative and denotative meaning of words and phrases, appropriate to grade level. 
ELA.6.R.1.1: Analyze how interactions between characters contributes to development of plot in a literary text

Multiple Select

Objectives: Hint! SELECT ALL OF THEM!

• Determine the meaning of words and phrases using context clues

• Analyze figurative language and determine its impact on tone

• Analyze how words/phrases/figurative language impact our understanding of characters/plot

Multiple Choice

PART A True or False: Both Athene and Hermes help prepare Perseus for his journey

• True

• False

Draw

Annotate the image for the following:

1) Put a star next to the dialogue/interaction that introduces a character and advances the plot forward

2) Write what paragraph 8 reveals about Perseus character in the margin.

3) Circle the two items given to Perseus

4) Underline/circle/etc. context for "lingered"

5) Bonus: Label what kind of Context Clue for "lingered"

Categorize

Options (7)

Will likely include commas/parenthesis as it explains the definition for the unknown word.

The arbitrator, the neutral person chosen to settle the dispute, arrived at her decision

Many feel compassion or pity for Margot.

The arbitrator (the neutral person chosen to settle the dispute) arrived at her decision.

Percy Jackson has charisma, unlike Mrs. Dodds.

Joe was reluctant to take the title. On the other hand, James was eager for the chance.

Organize these options into the right categories for these four kinds of Context Clues

Definition Context Clue

Synonym Context Clue

Antonym Context Clue

Example Context Clue

Poll

Double click the image. Read the passage entirely. If you were in the metaphorical "shoes" of Perseus, would you agree or disagree? Hint: Analyze interaction in paragraphs 37-38 (no right or wrong answer)

• Agree

• Disagree

Multiple Select

First, double click the image and read entirely. Then, select two (2) key details revealed in this passage:

• Seven days pass, and Perseus listens to the Nymphs entirely, causing him to become cold and "weary" (Mabie 2).

• Seven days pass, and Percy "went on boldly" into the "heart of the Unshapen Land" (Mabie 2).

• Perseus forgets to look at the reflection, making a critical error as a hero.

• We are in rising action, as Perseus is approaching another conflict: Gorgons.

Multiple Choice

Which best summarizes the interaction that takes place?

• The Nymphs were right, and provided Persues with a hat from Hades that will hide him.

• Perseus successfully slays Medusa with no further issue because he listened to Athene.

• Perseus is pursued by two Gorgons after he slays Medusa.

• Perseus is pursued by Medusa, who is no match for such a brave hero.

• Perseus must slay both Gorgons and Medusa.

Reorder

Reorder the following stages of the PLOT arc into the correct order.

• Exposition (setting/characters)

• Rising action (tensions rise)

• Climax (turning point)

• Falling Action (last few details)

• Resolution (narrative closure)

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Reorder

Reorder the following key events/character interactions into chronological order

• Athene tells the story of how Medusa becomes a monster and tells Perseus how he can defeat Medusa.

• Hermes provides Persues with objects that will help him on his journey.

• Perseus finds the Grey Sisters and tricks them into telling him where he must go.

• Perseus meets the giant Atlas who tells him where the Gorgon lives.

• The Nymphs provide Perseus with a hat, and he is pursued by two Gorgons after slaying Medusa

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Multiple Choice

The intro provides a brief summary of the events in Perseus's life. At which point in Perseus's life does the excerpt begin?

• When Perseus and Athene are at sea in a wooden chest.

• When Perseus encounters Gorgons in an ice-cold land.

• When Perseus and his mother are saved by Athene and fishermen.

• When Perseus discovers he will undertake a journey.

Multiple Choice

PART A: According to paragraph two, what "sin" transformed Medusa into a monstrous beast?

• Lying

• Anger

• Pride

• Greed

Multiple Choice

PART B: Select one (1) detail that best supports your response to Part A

• "Once she was a maiden as beautiful as morn, till in her pride she sinned a sin at which the sun hid its face" (Mabie 1).

• "And from that day her hair was turned to vipers, and her hands to eagle's claws" (Mabie 1).

• "And her heart was filled with shame and rage, and her lips with bitter venom" (Mabie 1).

• "And her eyes became so terrible that whosever looks on them is turned to stone" (Mabie 1).

Multiple Choice

What does Athene promise to Perseus when he returns with Medusa's head?

• A goatskin

• A wife/family

• The fame of a hero

• The shield of brass

Multiple Choice

In what ways does Perseus express his concern about the journey?

• Perseus speaks to Hermes about the importance of the journey.

• Perseus must remember his mother in order to develop bravery.

• Perseus asks Athene questions about how to accomplish his journey.

• Perseus is weary, cold, but okay with the journey.

Multiple Choice

Part A: Which of the following best describes what happens to the Protagonist Perseus's character along the journey?

• He becomes "cruel and wicked" (Mabie 3).

• He develops confidence.

• He realizes unfounded hatred for evil.

• His greed negatively impacts his outcome.

Multiple Select

Part B: Which sentence from the text BEST supports the correct answer to Part A?

• "Then Perseus fell down and worshipped, while the young man spoke again" (Mabie 2).

• "Then Perseus looked down the cliff and shuddered; but he was ashamed to show his dread" (Mabie 3).

• "Then Perseus came down and stepped to her boldly, and looked steadfastly on his mirror, and struck with Her stoutly once; and he did not need to strike again" (Mabie 4).

• "And he leaped away to the southward, leaving the snow and ice behind" (Mabie 3).

Multiple Choice

Part A: Which of the following is the most applicable universal theme of the text?

• One can rely only upon oneself

• Man has the ability to control forces outside of his own actions

• Gifts are given to reward the completion of complicated tasks.

• Life frequently requires one to be brave

Multiple Choice

Part B: Which sentence from the excerpt MOST STRONGLY supports your response to Part A?

• "You must go," they said, 'foolish boy, to the southward, into the ugly glare of the sun, till you come to Atlas the Giant, who holds the heaven and earth apart"

• "It is better to die like a hero than to live like an ox in a stall"

• "And at last they put the hat upon his head, and he vanished out of their sight

• "But the sandals were too swift, even for the Gorgons, and by nightfall they were far behind, two black specks in the southern skiy, till the sun sank and he saw them no more"

Categorize

Options (6)

"no living thing"

"everlasting night"

"soil was hard with ice"

"Valleys and waterfalls"

"Sweet voices singing"

"golden fruit"

Place the details from the text into the chart to show the difference between Atlas and the Grey Sisters' SETTING

Grey Sisters

Atlas

Open Ended

Exit-Ticket: Determine the meaning of "errand" as used in the text. How does the use of this word, instead of another (such as chore, quest, etc.) impact connotation? What about your understanding of Percy and how he views his journey? Explain. Consult with me if you have questions. ACE! You may handwrite or type here. If handwriting, just type "manually"

Open Ended

During this time, you should work continuously on Exact Path Reading. Here is a link to the student software page for your convenience.

Remember, read the question, then the options, THEN the passage.

Type OKAY.