Monday, September 24, 2012

Assignment 1

Welcome to our unit on Mediterranean Empires! 

As previously discussed in class, we know that Greek Gods/Goddessess were created to explain the mysteries of nature and life.  The Greeks believed in these Gods/Goddessess to get a better understanding of things occuring in their daily life. 

The History Channel gives a "crash course" on Greek Gods/Goddesses, you can take a look at that here Greek Gods/Goddesses.

Question:
From what we know about Greek Mythology, how are male characters (Gods) different from female characters (Goddesses)? 

Using a Venn Diagram, compare and contrast the differences between female/male gods.  You should include characteristics including powers and status.  

From the Venn diagram, you can begin to write a short paragraph.  I want you to pick one God or Goddess and write a paragraph about what you think the lesson is that each God/Goddess is trying to teach and the impact of that God/Goddess through history.

If you need further information on Greek Gods/Goddesses, I have included an additional link with a lot of information.

http://greece.mrdonn.org/greekgods/index.html
 
 


 

Monday, September 17, 2012

Introduction

Hi my name is Liz.  I am currently taking Teaching Reading II where we need to learn how to post a blog.