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Researching and Writing about a Mythical Character Answers

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Which is an effective research question in developing an essay topic?

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Who are some important Greek heroes?
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Who are Hercules’s mother and father?
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What is the most interesting story based on a Greek myth?
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What is the story of Hercules, and what lesson does it teach?
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Which characteristics should be avoided in formal writing?

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scholarly language
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complex sentences
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opinion statements
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lengthy descriptions
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Lucas is given the paragraph below to read and paraphrase.Achilles, a powerful Greek warrior, was thought to be immortal because he had been submerged in the River Styx during infancy. However, because his mother dipped him into the water while holding his heel, he was left vulnerable in that small spot. Today “Achilles’ heel” refers to a weakness that can lead to downfall.

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Because he was dipped in the River Styx, Achilles was thought to be immortal. Unfortunately his mother held him by the heel, and he was weak in that area. An “Achilles’ heel” is a weakness that can lead to downfall.
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“Achilles’ heel” is a term used to describe a weak spot. The phrase comes from the story of a Greek soldier who was thought to be unbeatable—but was actually vulnerable.
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Today the phrase “Achilles’ heel” refers to a weakness that can lead to downfall. This refers to the story of a powerful Greek warrior who had been submerged in the River Styx during childhood.
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The article says, “Achilles, a powerful Greek warrior, was thought to be immortal because he had been submerged in the River Styx during infancy.” It explains the meaning of “Achilles’ heel.”
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Which is an example of ethical use of a source?

A popular singer samples music and lyrics from another singer without asking or giving credit.
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A writer is inspired by a popular novel and writes a version of it with different character names.
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The drama club writes to a Broadway producer to ask permission to perform his play at their school.
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A vlogger uses the cover art from a popular album as the background to her videos.
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Elizabeth receives the writing prompt below.Write an informative essay about the Greek hero, Theseus. Summarize his victory over the Minotaur, and identify his heroic characteristics.

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Elizabeth should ask, “Which traits show Theseus’s heroism?” using a newspaper article published in 1990 for research.
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Elizabeth should ask, “Which traits show Theseus’s heroism?” using a current article from a scholarly website for research.
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Elizabeth should ask, “How does Theseus’s heroism impact modern life?” using a newspaper article published in 1990 for research.
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Elizabeth should ask, “How does Theseus’s heroism impact modern life?” using a current article from a scholarly website for research.
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Emily is writing an essay on Demeter, Greek goddess of the harvest. Which website is most credible for research as she develops her topic?

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a blog post found at www.myfavoritegoddesses.com
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an article published by www.mythologymuseum.org
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an advertisement at www.demeterwheatshop.com
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an anonymous comment at www.greekschool.edu
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Jacob receives the writing prompt below.Write an informative essay about an event in Greek mythology. Summarize the plot, and explain how the myth has influenced modern culture.

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Where was Odysseus born? What are the names of his parents? Where did he travel on his journey?
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What is the name of Odysseus’s biggest battle? What is his most important quality?
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What happened in Odysseus’s attempt to capture Troy? What impact has this had upon modern life?
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Who was Odysseus? Why is he important? How has he influenced today’s society?
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Elise needs to revise her essay’s conclusion to use a more formal tone.Hera is a Greek goddess you should get to know. I like her because she’s strong, smart, and beautiful.

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Hera isn’t just an ordinary Greek goddess. She’s powerful because she’s beautiful, smart, and really strong.
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Readers should become familiar with the Greek goddess, Hera. Her strength, wisdom, and beauty set her apart from other Olympians.
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I think Hera is the greatest of the Greek goddesses. She’s not just beautiful, she’s also smart and strong.
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Everyone who reads about Hera knows that she is a beauty. She also has strength and wisdom to boot!
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Dana receives the writing prompt below.Write an informative essay about the first woman in Greek mythology, Pandora. Summarize her myth and explain the impact of her story on today’s culture.

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Dana should ask, “What are some modern examples of Pandora’s influence?” using an encyclopedia entry for research.
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Dana should ask, “What are some modern examples of Pandora’s influence?” using a blog for research.
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Dana should ask, “What was the effect of Pandora’s box upon Greek culture?” using an encyclopedia entry for research.
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Dana should ask, “What was the effect of Pandora’s box upon Greek culture?” using a blog for research.

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