The Odyssey Quiz Date: Wednesday, March 10th   Students will be tested on Homer's The Odyssey, that we have read in class.  Students should review/know the questions handed out in class.  The quiz will include matching questions, multiple choice, and short answer.   Chose Your Own Adventure Myth Date: Friday, March 12th Students must select one prompt from each of the 4 categories (Hero, Setting, Magical Object and Theme), and base their story on them.  The story must contain all the elements of  a short story.  Revised and edited copy is mandatory. The options for each category are as follows.......   Hero troll wizard seafarer (pirate) king or queen of an ancient world soldier priest or monk bandit or thief searcher or wanderer mermaid god or goddess Setting underwater a planet in outer space a mountainous island an underground cavern a crowded bazaar ancient temple ruins a jungle a peasant's cottage a castle a river or enchanted lake Magical Object a secret potion an amulet (a necklace/ring worn as a charm against evil) a secret scroll or document a magic ring a door with hieroglyphics a fountain a charm or magic saying a staff or walking stick a book of knowledge a sacred animal Theme Carpe Diem (seize the day) the truth will surface justice prevails search inside for wisdom life is a journey eternal friendships descent into the underworld love conquers all trust one's intuition overcoming great obstacles