Category: Mythology
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Choose one episode, character of aspect of the Trojan cycle that you would like
Choose one episode, character of aspect of the Trojan cycle that you would like to discuss. Make sure it is a narrow and defined topic (“The Iliad” is not a good topic; but “The Shield of Achilles” is, for example). The draft needs to be no 500-800 words and provide a good overview of your…
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The primary document that you are analyzing is Phaedo, by Plato. (A primary sou
The primary document that you are analyzing is Phaedo, by Plato. (A primary source is a source that provides a first-hand account of the historical or cultural events of the period in which they were written, painted, composed, etc. A primary document will provide a window into the practices, conditions, social conventions, and/or religious beliefs of a…
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Watch the following video. List 10 questions that come to mind about the subject
Watch the following video. List 10 questions that come to mind about the subject or statements you find interesting.
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Write a 1000 word or less essay about the myths of Prometheus (Topic 2 in attach
Write a 1000 word or less essay about the myths of Prometheus (Topic 2 in attached file). I am discussing that I believe that the interpretation connecting the myth of Prometheus and Zeus to the eruption of Mt Elbrus. Discuss evidence connecting the Greek account with similar myths in other cultures including how and why…
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Watch the video The Great Cathedral Mystery.Discuss the development of Florentin
Watch the video The Great Cathedral Mystery.Discuss the development of Florentine cathedral architecture and the opportunity Brunelleschi faced with building the dome.
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Each student is required to write a 2,000-2,500 word, double-spaced research pap
Each student is required to write a 2,000-2,500 word, double-spaced research paper (with proper citations/Chicago or MLA) on a topic of their choice. The paper should focus on an existing myth, misconception, misrepresentation or any widely held view about Japanese culture, society and history (example: Japanese samurai always used swords; female rulers and empresses were…
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Independent Research Essay Word count: 1750 words, including in-text citations;
Independent Research Essay Word count: 1750 words, including in-text citations; not including the reference list or footnotes. 10% leeway either up or down accepted. Assignment Description The research essay requires you to undertake independent and in-depth research on one of the topics listed below. This is an exercise in formulating a clear and well-supported response…
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is activity is designed to assess your ability to identify themes, symbols, and
is activity is designed to assess your ability to identify themes, symbols, and motifs that are common to myths within the American cultural context. You should watch your film and take notes. You will select one of the films listed below as the focus of your essay: Superman, directed by Richard Donner (1978) The Fountain, directed…
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Choose one episode, character of aspect of the Trojan cycle that you would like
Choose one episode, character of aspect of the Trojan cycle that you would like to discuss. Make sure it is a narrow and defined topic (“The Iliad” is not a good topic; but “The Shield of Achilles” is, for example). The draft needs to be no 500-800 words and provide a good overview of your…
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Choose one episode, character of aspect of the Trojan cycle that you would like
Choose one episode, character of aspect of the Trojan cycle that you would like to discuss. Make sure it is a narrow and defined topic (“The Iliad” is not a good topic; but “The Shield of Achilles” is, for example). The draft needs to be no 500-800 words and provide a good overview of your…