Beowulf and the Hero's Journey

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Create a student worksheet for a 12th grade English class. This assignment must be independent, text-based, and aligned to the study of The Hero’s Journey. Learning Goal Students will: Read modern excerpts from Beowulf Identify stages of the Hero’s Journey Compare Beowulf to a hero they selected earlier in the unit Use textual evidence to support their thinking Write a short analytical paragraph The worksheet should be clear, structured, and ready for students to complete independently w...

This resource focuses on analyzing the epic poem Beowulf through the framework of the Hero's Journey, as described by Joseph Campbell. Students will explore the stages of the Monomyth, identifying pivotal moments in Beowulf's journey such as 'The Call to Adventure,' 'The Road of Trials,' and 'The Return.' The purpose is to encourage students to draw parallels between Beowulf and a modern hero, using textual evidence to support their analysis. Key components of the assignment include structured readings, annotations, discussion questions, and a written analysis that examines how challenges faced by heroes reflect their respective societies’ values.