In Class:
Journal-- To what or whom do you turn to when you need help?
Lecture and discussion on the history behind epic poetry:
Reviewed the monomyth, or 'the hero's journey,' using TED Ed video by Matthew Winkler.
Reviewed and discussed the introductory section of Beowulf, noting in particular Christian superimposition and the characterization of primary characters. Read approximately through line 310 as a class.
Exit ticket: What is the title of the oldest extant epic poem?
Homework:
Read through line 610 of Beowulf.
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